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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Rijeka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £364.
Distance: 428 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£46 Average Price Cheapest | £113 Average Price | £364 Average Price | £99 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 1m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 51m Average total duration 13h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 3h 29m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare the available ways to get from Budapest to Rijeka, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Rijeka:
A coach is £68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Rijeka costing on average £113.
A coach is £319 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Rijeka costing on average £364.
Other travel options to Rijeka take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 1m.
Train takes on average 13h 51m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £99 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £54. The journey takes 7h 31m versus 4h 49m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
How to get to Rijeka from Budapest by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Budapest to Rijeka is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Rijeka are Opatija, Krk, Zagreb, Pula and Cres. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Rijeka on Omio.
Opatija is a polished Adriatic resort on Kvarner Bay, known for Habsburg-era villas, gardens and the Lungomare promenade. Its grand hotels, café culture and seafront setting give it a refined character distinct from many Croatian coastal towns.
Krk is the main town on Krk Island, known for its old walls, cathedral and Venetian heritage. Its stone lanes, seafront setting and small beaches give it a relaxed Adriatic character.
Zagreb is Croatia’s capital, known for Austro-Hungarian streetscapes, café culture and a relaxed urban rhythm. The compact centre blends the medieval Upper Town with grand squares, markets and museums.
Pula is an Adriatic city in southern Istria, known for its well-preserved Roman Arena and long maritime history. Ancient monuments, a working harbour and nearby beaches give it a grounded, lived-in character.
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This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Rijeka:
A coach is £68 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Rijeka costing on average £113.
A coach is £319 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Rijeka costing on average £364.
Other travel options to Rijeka take longer:
Coach takes on average 8h 1m.
Train takes on average 13h 51m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Budapest and Rijeka as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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