4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Zurich to Budapest
Cheapest price
£98
Average price
£108
Fastest journey
13 h 45 m
Average duration
15 h 34 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
789 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Zurich to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Budapest will cost around £108 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £98.
Of the 7 buses that leave Zurich for Budapest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 789 km distance in an average of 15 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 17 h 15 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 · FlixBus11:0519h05Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)6:10Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£981One-way1 change- FlixBus15:5013h45Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)5:35Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£981One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:5017h15Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)9:05Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca£1031One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:5015h40Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)7:30Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér£1061One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:5014h50Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)6:40Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£1091One-way1 change
- FlixBus15:5013h45Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)5:35Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£981One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:5014h50Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)6:40Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£1091One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:5015h40Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)7:30Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér£1061One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus7:3016h20Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)23:50Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£1131One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus15:5017h15Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof)9:05Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca£1031One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Zurich to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £51, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 789 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£71 Average Price Cheapest | £133 Average Price | £107 Average Price |
15h 55m Average total duration 15h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 54m Average total duration 11h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zurich to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Budapest coaches for today, Thursday 23 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 18:50 Zurich | 22h30 | 17:20 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:25 Zurich | 23h20 | 18:45 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 24 April | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 16h20 | 23:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 19h05 | 6:10 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 17h15 | 9:05 Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 14h50 | 6:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 15h40 | 7:30 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 15:50 Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 13h45 | 5:35 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of BlaBlaCar Bus to find the best option for your trip from Zurich to Budapest.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Zurich to Budapest
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Buses from Zurich to Budapest run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £25 by flight.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 789 km distance in 13h 45m.
Distance 789 km |
Average bus duration 15h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 13h 45m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus from Zurich to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Zurich to Budapest with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus for as low as £25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Zurich to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- 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.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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 Zurich and Budapest
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 31, 33, 46 Train: S2, S5, S6, S7, S8, S14, S16 Tram: 4, 13, 17
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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