4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zakopane to Budapest
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£47
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zakopane to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zakopane to Budapest will cost around £47 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £35.
Of the 11 buses that leave Zakopane for Budapest every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 211 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus · FlixBus21:208h45Zakopane6:05Budapest, Mexikói Út M£351One-way1 change- FlixBus14:206h30Zakopane20:50Budapest, Mexikói Út M£371One-way0 changes
- FlixBus14:206h50Zakopane21:10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£371One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus8:2510h25Zakopane18:50Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér£371One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:208h40Zakopane6:00Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£441One-way1 change
- FlixBus14:206h30Zakopane20:50Budapest, Mexikói Út M£371One-way0 changes
- FlixBus14:206h50Zakopane21:10Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£371One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:208h15Zakopane5:35Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér£451One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:208h40Zakopane6:00Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£441One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus21:208h45Zakopane6:05Budapest, Mexikói Út M£351One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Zakopane to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Zakopane to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 7h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 211 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£29 Average Price Cheapest | £31 Average Price |
8h 3m Average total duration Fastest 7h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration 9h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Zakopane to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zakopane to Budapest coaches for today, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 Zakopane | 10h25 | 18:50 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
| RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:53 Zakopane | 20h12 | 6:05 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 Zakopane | 11h55 | 0:50 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:20 Zakopane | 6h50 | 21:10 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:20 Zakopane | 6h30 | 20:50 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:20 Zakopane | 8h45 | 6:05 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:20 Zakopane | 8h15 | 5:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:20 Zakopane | 9h05 | 6:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:20 Zakopane | 8h40 | 6:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zakopane to Budapest
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Buses from Zakopane to Budapest run on average 15 times per day, taking around 7h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 but you can travel from only £20 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 211 km distance in 8h 40m.
Distance 211 km |
Average bus duration 7h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 8h 40m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Koleje Małopolskie from Zakopane to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Zakopane to Budapest with FlixBus, Koleje Małopolskie for as low as £20. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zakopane to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zakopane to Budapest by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Zakopane and Budapest
Most Zakopane to Budapest buses use the Zakopane, Dworzec PKS to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Mexikói Út M. Use this guide to compare Zakopane and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Zakopane, Dworzec PKS from Zakopane city centre
Which Budapest station do buses from Zakopane arrive at?
Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Mexikói Út M from Budapest city centre
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
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