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Compare coach and flight for Helsinki to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £102 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 27m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £102, while a flight costs an average of £571.
Distance: 1460 km
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Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£571 Average Price | £102 Average Price Cheapest | £427 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 27m Average total duration Fastest 5h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 32h 48m Average total duration 32h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 24h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Helsinki to Budapest
Compare the available ways to get from Helsinki to Budapest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Helsinki to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £102.
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Budapest:
A coach is £469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Helsinki to Budapest costing on average £571.
The fastest way to travel from Helsinki to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 27m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Coach takes on average 32h 48m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Helsinki and Budapest including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.
You'll arrive about 18h 45m sooner (5h 27m by flight vs 24h 12m by car). Tickets start at around £571 compared to roughly £427 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Travel optionsfrom Helsinki to Budapest
How to get to Budapest from Helsinki by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Helsinki to Budapest is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus · FlixBus
19:30 35h05 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 5:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér £87 1 One-way 1 change
Cheapest
- FlixBus · FlixBus
19:30 35h05 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 5:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér £87 1 One-way 1 change
Fastest
AY125517:10 2h20 Helsinki Vantaa Airport 18:30 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £172 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
Coach
Flight
- FlixBus · FlixBus
22:30 34h50 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 8:20 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér £89 1 One-way 1 change - FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
14:55 39h40 Helsinki, linja-autoasema 5:35 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér £91 1 One-way 2 changes - FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
22:30 39h25 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 12:55 Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) £103 1 One-way 2 changes
- KL1248 · KL1371
6:40 17h30 Helsinki Vantaa Airport 23:10 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £153 1 One-way 1 change - KL1248 · KL1363
6:40 5h50 Helsinki Vantaa Airport 11:30 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £184 1 One-way 1 change 
SK1705 · SK7796:15 4h25 Helsinki Vantaa Airport 9:40 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £200 1 One-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.
Day trip from Budapest to Esztergom by train
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.
Day trip from Budapest to Vác by train
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: Helsinki 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 Helsinki to Budapest.
There are 2 options to travel between Helsinki and Budapest including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Helsinki to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £102.
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Budapest:
A coach is £469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Helsinki to Budapest costing on average £571.
The fastest way to travel from Helsinki to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 27m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Coach takes on average 32h 48m.
The Helsinki to Budapest distance is approximately 1460 km.
The average frequency per day from Helsinki to Budapest is:
- Around 57 flights per day.
- Around 24 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Helsinki 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 Helsinki to Budapest:
- Flights mostly depart from Helsinki Vantaa Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
- Coaches mostly depart from Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Helsinki to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with KLM, Sas Airways, Lufthansa, Finnair, Qatar Airways, Air France, Lufthansa City Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Cityjet, Lufthansa Cityline, CitizenPlane to go to Budapest by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Helsinki to Budapest:
- 2 direct flights per day with Finnair, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Helsinki 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 Helsinki 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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