The cheapest and fastest coaches from Žilina to Budapest
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
12 h 45 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
193 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Žilina to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Žilina to Budapest will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
To travel from Žilina to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
FlixBus · FlixBus4:557h30Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště12:25Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£241One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus4:557h50Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště12:45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£241One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus4:5510h40Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště15:35Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér£341One-way1 change
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:0319h02Žilina station6:05Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£371One-way2 changes
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:0318h42Žilina station5:45Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£371One-way2 changes
FlixBus · FlixBus4:557h30Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště12:25Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£241One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus4:557h50Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště12:45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£241One-way1 change
FlixBus · FlixBus4:5510h40Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště15:35Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér£341One-way1 change
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:0318h42Žilina station5:45Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£371One-way2 changes
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:0319h02Žilina station6:05Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£371One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Žilina to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Žilina to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 193 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£21 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price |
7h 0m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 40m Average total duration Fastest 6h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Žilina to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Žilina to Budapest coaches for today, Tuesday 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:55 Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 5h00 | 12:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 4h40 | 12:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:03 Žilina station | 19h02 | 6:05 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2 changes | |
RJ 1012 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:03 Žilina station | 18h42 | 5:45 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 changes | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 7h30 | 12:25 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 10h40 | 15:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 Žilina, Autobusové stanoviště | 7h50 | 12:45 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Žilina to Budapest
Buses from Žilina to Budapest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 6h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 193 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 193 km |
Average bus duration 6h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Žilina to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Žilina to Budapest with FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Žilina to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Žilina 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 Žilina and Budapest
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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