How to get to Budapest from Alicante

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Compare coach and flight for Alicante to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Alicante to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £168 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 32m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £168, while a flight costs an average of £342.

Distance: 1879 km

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Flight
Coach
Driving

£342

Average Price

£168

Average Price

Cheapest

£485

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 32m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 32m

Onboard

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2h 0m

Additional time*

40h 51m

Average total duration

40h 21m

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30m

Additional time*

24h 9m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Transavia France

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The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £168.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Budapest:

A coach is £174 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Budapest costing on average £342.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 32m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Coach takes on average 40h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Alicante and Budapest including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 19h 37m sooner (4h 32m by flight vs 24h 9m by car) and save roughly £143 compared to fuel and tolls (£342 vs £485). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Alicante to Budapest

How to get to Budapest from Alicante by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Alicante to Budapest is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Wizz AirW62388
    9:153h00
    Alicante Elche Airport
    12:15Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £821One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Wizz AirW62388
    9:153h00
    Alicante Elche Airport
    12:15Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £821One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 8011
    9:452h55
    Alicante Elche Airport
    12:40Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1101One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:5048h55
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    19:45Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    £1521One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:5047h10
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    18:00Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    £1551One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:5046h41
    Alicante, Estación de Autobuses
    17:31Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £1561One-way
    2 changes
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4143+LufthansaLH1682
    18:105h20
    Alicante Elche Airport
    23:30Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1621One-way
    1 change
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4143+LufthansaLH1684
    18:1014h20
    Alicante Elche Airport
    8:30Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1701One-way
    1 change
  • EurowingsEW788+SmartwingsEW531
    9:559h30
    Alicante Elche Airport
    19:25Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1961One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Budapest by train

The most popular day trips by train from Budapest are Szentendre, Esztergom, Eger, Vác and Győr. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Budapest on Omio.

A view of Eger

Day trip from Budapest to Eger by train

Why visit Eger for the day?

Eger is a historic town in northern Hungary known for its castle, baroque centre and red wines, especially Egri Bikavér. Thermal baths and Ottoman-era traces give it a relaxed character shaped by regional history and wine culture.

A view of Győr

Day trip from Budapest to Győr by train

Why visit Győr for the day?

Győr is a baroque city in north-west Hungary, known for its handsome old town and riverside setting. Historic churches and lively squares sit alongside a strong industrial identity shaped by Audi Hungaria and the local university.

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FAQs: Alicante to Budapest

Travel to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Alicante to Budapest.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Alicante and Budapest including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Alicante to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £168.

This is compared to other travel options from Alicante to Budapest:

A coach is £174 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Alicante to Budapest costing on average £342.

The fastest way to travel from Alicante to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 32m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Coach takes on average 40h 51m.

The Alicante to Budapest distance is approximately 1879 km.
The average frequency per day from Alicante to Budapest is:
  • Around 24 flights per day.
  • Around 9 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Alicante and Budapest as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Alicante to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Alicante Elche Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Alicante, Estación de Autobuses and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Alicante to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, AMI-Tour, Infobus to go to Budapest by coach.
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Swiss, Norwegian Air Shuttle, KLM Cityhopper, Transavia France, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, CitizenPlane, Eurowings, KLM, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Smartwings, Air Baltic, GetJet Airlines, ITA, Edelweiss Air, Iberia to go to Budapest by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Alicante to Budapest with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct coaches per day with AMI-Tour, Infobus.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Ryanair, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Alicante to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Zagreb. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Alicante to Budapest, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Budapest, you can unwind at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, one of Europe's largest thermal bath complexes. Explore the vibrant Great Market Hall for local foods and crafts, or take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of the city's landmarks. Visit the House of Terror Museum to learn about Hungary's history under fascist and communist regimes, and enjoy a performance at the stunning Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss the best sights: Buda Castle offers panoramic views and houses the Budapest History Museum, while the Parliament Building and Fisherman's Bastion provide breathtaking architecture and views. St. Stephen's Basilica offers a grand interior and panoramic dome views, and Heroes' Square is noted for its iconic statues and the Millennium Monument.
Three to four days in Budapest is typically sufficient to explore major attractions such as Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament Building, Széchenyi Thermal Bath, and to enjoy the city's vibrant culinary and cultural scene.

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