What is the cheapest way to get from Athens to Budapest?

The cheapest way to get from Athens to Budapest is to fly which costs 19 000 Ft - 65 000 Ft and takes 5h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Athens to Budapest?

The fastest way to get from Athens to Budapest is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs 19 000 Ft - 65 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Athens and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Athens and arriving at Budapest-Nyugati. Services depart once a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24h.

How far is it from Athens to Budapest?

The distance between Athens and Budapest is 1172 km. The road distance is 1427.3 km.

How do I travel from Athens to Budapest without a car?

The best way to get from Athens to Budapest without a car is to bus via Népliget which takes 23h 18m and costs 26 000 Ft - 32 000 Ft.

How long does it take to get from Athens to Budapest?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Athens to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Athens to Budapest bus from?

Athens to Budapest bus services, operated by Travel Patrikalos, depart from Athens station.

Bus or fly from Athens to Budapest?

The best way to get from Athens to Budapest is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs 19 000 Ft - 65 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus via Népliget, which costs 26 000 Ft - 32 000 Ft and takes 23h 18m.

Where does the Athens to Budapest bus arrive?

Athens to Budapest bus services, operated by Travel Patrikalos, arrive at Budapest-Nyugati station.

What is the time difference between Athens and Budapest?

Budapest is 1h behind Athens. It is currently 9:15 PM in Athens and 8:15 PM in Budapest.

Can I drive from Athens to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Athens to Budapest is 1427 km. It takes approximately 14h 35m to drive from Athens to Budapest.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 7175+ hotels available in Budapest.

Athens to Budapest - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Athens to Budapest by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)ATH - BUD
5h 22m
Ft 19,099–60,799
Bus via Népliget
1. Take the bus from Athens to Budapest Hotel Platanus
23h 18m
Ft 26,818–31,548
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Athens to ThessalonikiIc
2. Take the bus from Thessaloniki Macedonia KTEL Bus Station to Niš, Autobuska Stanica
3. Take the train from Crveni Krst to Novi BeogradRe
4. Take the train from Novi Beograd to SuboticaIr / ...
5. Take the train from Subotica to SzegedRe
6. Take the train from Szeged to Budapest-NyugatiIc / ...
26h 31m
Ft 36,735–52,386
Drive 1,427.3 km
1. Drive from Athens to Budapest1,427.3 km
14h 35m
Ft 98,809–142,724
Bus
1. Take the bus from Athens to Budapest-Nyugati
24h
Ft 33,769

Athens to Budapest by bus, foot, and subway

1Weekly Services

23h 18mAverage Duration

Ft 26,818Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,171.6 km
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Athens, Greece and Budapest, Hungary?

Wizz Air, Aegean Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Athens International Airport (ATH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Siamos Tours operates a bus from Athens to Budapest Hotel Platanus once a week. Tickets cost Ft 26,000–32,000 and the journey takes 23h.

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