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Next departures from Bratislava to Budapest on 5 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
RegioJet
Nivy bus station
NépligetCheapest
Flixbus
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
KelenföldFastest
Express Busline
AS Mlynské nivy
NépligetNo tags
RegioJet + RegioJet
Nivy bus station
KelenföldNo tags
Flixbus
Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bratislava to Budapest

Bus
Average priceUS$12 - US$89Average duration3h 5m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train
Average priceUS$25 - US$41Average duration2h 23m
4kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Bratislava to Budapest

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 2 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just US$25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9train per day
2h 23mAverage duration
US$25Cheapest ticket
4kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Bratislava to Budapest: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$25
Average bus trip duration3h 5m
Number of daily buses44
Earliest bus departure01:50
Distance98 miles
Latest bus departure23:50

Bratislava to Budapest Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Bratislava - Budapest

  1. How far is Budapest from Bratislava by coach?

    The journey from Bratislava to Budapest by coach covers an approximate distance of 101 miles (162 km).

  2. Is there a way to reach Budapest from Bratislava without a car?

    The best way to go from Bratislava to Budapest without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. Depending on your preferences, carpooling can also be considered as an option.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
02/10
US$16
03/10
US$18
Today
US$15
05/10
US$15
06/10
US$12
07/10
US$11
08/10
US$10
09/10
US$10
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Bratislava to Budapest was searched and found on 9 Oct 2025 with a price of US$10

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bratislava to Budapest as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$10 to US$78 for a bus ticket from Bratislava to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$10, which is on 2025-10-09.

Usually FlixBus, Express Busline will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Bratislava to Budapest but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Bratislava to Budapest, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Bratislava to Budapest will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

What's the cheapest way to go from Bratislava to Budapest?

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