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Compare coach and flight for Istanbul to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £71 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 £71, while a flight costs an average of £431.
Distance: 1067 km
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Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£431 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest | £228 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 24h 50m Average total duration 24h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Istanbul to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £71.
This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Budapest:
A coach is £359 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Budapest costing on average £431.
The fastest way to travel from Istanbul to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 32m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Coach takes on average 24h 50m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Istanbul 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 8h 25m sooner (4h 32m by flight vs 12h 57m by car). Tickets start at around £431 compared to roughly £228 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 Istanbul to Budapest
How to get to Budapest from Istanbul by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Istanbul to Budapest is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
W6243623:552h00Istanbul Airport0:55Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport£721One-way0 changes
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- W6243623:552h00Istanbul Airport0:55Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport£721One-way0 changes
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TK10357:101h55Istanbul Airport8:05Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport£2411One-way0 changes
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Flight
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:0028h30Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)1:30Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér£821One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:0029h00Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)2:00Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£931One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:0029h20Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler)2:20Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út)£931One-way1 change
- W624309:252h00Istanbul Airport10:25Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport£811One-way0 changes
PC33111:452h05Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport12:50Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport£1461One-way0 changes- LO138 · LO5357:006h00Istanbul Airport12:00Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport£2091One-way1 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: Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Budapest.
There are 2 options to travel between Istanbul and Budapest including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Istanbul to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £71.
This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Budapest:
A coach is £359 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Budapest costing on average £431.
The fastest way to travel from Istanbul to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 32m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Coach takes on average 24h 50m.
The Istanbul to Budapest distance is approximately 1067 km.
The average frequency per day from Istanbul to Budapest is:
- Around 46 flights per day.
- Around 2 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Budapest:
- Flights mostly depart from Istanbul Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
- Coaches mostly depart from Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Istanbul to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by coach.
- Travel with Wizz Air, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, AJet, Air Serbia, Aegean Airlines, tarom, Lot Polish Airlines, CitizenPlane, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, TAP Portugal, British Airways, Egypt Air to go to Budapest by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Istanbul to Budapest:
- 5 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Turkish Airlines, Pegasus, AJet, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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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