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

The cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest is to subway and fly which costs 8 500 Ft - 42 000 Ft and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs 18 000 Ft - 55 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Bucharest and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from București, Autogara Militari and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Bucharest and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bucuresti Nord and arriving at Budapest-Keleti. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 21m.

How far is it from Bucharest to Budapest?

The distance between Bucharest and Budapest is 650 km. The road distance is 821.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Bucharest to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 16h 21m and costs 22 000 Ft - 24 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Bucharest to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Budapest bus from?

Bucharest to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from București, Autogara Militari station.

Where do I catch the Bucharest to Budapest train from?

Bucharest to Budapest train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), depart from Bucuresti Nord station.

Train, bus or fly from Bucharest to Budapest?

The best way to get from Bucharest to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs 18 000 Ft - 55 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 22 000 Ft - 24 000 Ft and takes 16h 21m, you could also bus, which costs 24 000 Ft - 40 000 Ft and takes 16h 46m.

Where does the Bucharest to Budapest bus arrive?

Bucharest to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

What is the time difference between Bucharest and Budapest?

Budapest is 1h behind Bucharest. It is currently 2:49 AM in Bucharest and 1:49 AM in Budapest.

Where does the Bucharest to Budapest train arrive?

Bucharest to Budapest train services, operated by Romanian Railways (CFR), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Bucharest to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Bucharest to Budapest is 821 km. It takes approximately 8h 34m to drive from Bucharest to Budapest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bucharest to Budapest?

Book your Bucharest to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 6940+ hotels available in Budapest.

Bucharest to Budapest - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and subway

How to get fromBucharest to Budapest

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

Bucharest to Budapest

Rome2Rio compared 8 ways to get from Bucharest to Budapest. The best route is Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, a distance of 643.422 km.

Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
best
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane OTP - BUD
4h 49m
Ft 18,706–52,329
Subway to Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the subway from Universitate to Aurel Vlaicusubway
2. Fly from Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport (BBU) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane BBU - BUD
4h 50m
Ft 8,910–41,230
Train
1. Take the train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Keletitrain Ir
16h 21m
Ft 22,000–24,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus N963 / ...
16h 46m
Ft 24,000–40,000
Drive 821.4 km
1. Drive from Bucharest to Budapestcar 821.4 km
8h 34m
Ft 45,047–65,068
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Timișoara Traian Vuia International Airport (TSR)plane OTP - TSR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Timişoara to Budapestshuttle
7h 51m
Ft 35,962–182,265
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Oradea International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Oradea International Airport (OMR)plane OTP - OMR
2. Take the train from Episcopia Bihor to Puespoekladanytrain
3. Take the train from Puespoekladany to Koebanya-Kispesttrain
7h 29m
Ft 24,826–70,529
Fly Bucharest Otopeni to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane OTP - VIE
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain
7h 10m
Ft 22,026–88,079

Bucharest to Budapest by train

14Weekly Trains

16h 21mAverage Duration

Ft 22,000Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bucharest to Budapest.

Launch map view

Distance: 650 km
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Bucharest, Romania and Budapest, Hungary?

Tarom, Air Serbia, and Austrian Airlines fly from Bucharest Otopeni (OTP) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) twice daily. Alternatively, Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Bucuresti Nord to Budapest-Keleti twice daily. Tickets cost Ft 22,000–24,000 and the journey takes 16h 21m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Hungary

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.