There are 5 ways to get from Budapest to Novi Sad by bus, train, car or shuttle
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Recommended option
Bus • 5h 54m
RSD 1915 - RSD 2415
Cheapest option
Train • 7h 59m
RSD 1316 - RSD 1785
3 alternative options
Bus via Szeged • 8h 29m
RSD 5045 - RSD 18425
Drive • 2h 49m
RSD 3100 - RSD 4600
Shuttle • 3h 7m
RSD 2833
Budapest to Novi Sad by bus
The bus journey time between Budapest and Novi Sad is around 6h 34m and covers a distance of around 290 km. The fastest bus normally takes 4h 58m. Operated by BKK, Fudeks and FlixBus, the Budapest to Novi Sad bus service departs from Kálvin tér M and arrives in Novi Sad. Typically 14 buses run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Bus route overview
First and last buses
The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Budapest to Novi Sad bus schedules
Departing Friday, June 25, 2021
Departing Saturday, June 26, 2021
Departing Sunday, June 27, 2021
Departing Monday, June 28, 2021
Departing Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Departing Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Departing Thursday, July 1, 2021
Travel safe during COVID-19
International entry into Serbia from Hungary
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Hungary
Conditions of entry into Serbia from Hungary
- No quarantine required
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- No quarantine required
- Negative Covid-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival or 10 day mandatory self-quarantine
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Serbia is currently allowed from Hungary.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Regional restriction measures in place
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Novi Sad is 00381(64) 8945235.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Novi Sad is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Novi Sad is 2 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 00381(64) 8945235.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Hungary from Serbia.
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Last updated: 21 Jun 2021
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Questions & Answers
The cost-effective way to get from Budapest to Novi Sad is to train, which costs 4 000 Ft - 5 500 Ft and takes 7h 59m.
The quickest way to get from Budapest to Novi Sad is to drive which costs 9 500 Ft - 15 000 Ft and takes 2h 49m.
No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Novi Sad. However, there are services departing from Kálvin tér M and arriving at Novi Sad via Budapest - Népliget. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.
No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Novi Sad. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Keleti and arriving at Novi Sad via Kelebia and Subotica. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.
The distance between Budapest and Novi Sad is 257 km. The road distance is 293 km.
The best way to get from Budapest to Novi Sad without a car is to bus which takes 5h 54m and costs 5 500 Ft - 7 500 Ft.
It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Budapest to Novi Sad, including transfers.
Budapest to Novi Sad bus services, operated by Fudeks, depart from Budapest - Népliget station.
Budapest to Novi Sad train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Keleti station.
The best way to get from Budapest to Novi Sad is to bus which takes 5h 54m and costs 5 500 Ft - 7 500 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 4 000 Ft - 5 500 Ft and takes 7h 59m.
- Distance: 257.2 km
- Duration: 5h 54m
What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Novi Sad, Serbia?
Fudeks operates a bus from Budapest - Népliget to Novi Sad 4 times a day. Tickets cost RSD 1600 - RSD 2800 and the journey takes 4h 45m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Budapest to Novi Sad via Kelebia and Subotica in around 7h 59m.
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Budapest-Keleti to Kelebia
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 14m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- RSD 900 - RSD 1100
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
- Phone
- +381 11 360-28-99
- infozeleznicesrb@gmail.com
- Website
- serbianrailways.com
Train from Subotica to Novi Sad
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 31m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- RSD 290 - RSD 550
- Schedules at
- Bahn DB
- 2nd Class
- RSD 290 - RSD 360
- 1st Class
- RSD 440 - RSD 550
- Phone
- +381 11 7620255
- office@fudeks.rs
- Website
- fudeks.rs
Bus from Budapest - Népliget to Novi Sad
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- RSD 1600 - RSD 2800
- Schedules at
- en.fudeks.rs
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Budapest Népliget bus station to Novi Sad MAS
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- RSD 1800 - RSD 2300
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +44 7440 708355
- Website
- christiantransfers.eu
Bus from Budapest Nepliget to Szeged Viztoroni ter
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- RSD 4000 - RSD 17000
- Website
- Christian Transfers
- Shuttle
- RSD 4000 - RSD 5500
- Private Shuttle
- RSD 12000 - RSD 17000
- Website
- menetrendek.hu
Bus from Szeged to Novi Sad
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- RSD 850 - RSD 1200
- Schedules at
- volan.volanegyesules.hu
- Phone
- 011 3287 412
- info@terratravel.rs
- Website
- terratravel.rs
Shuttle from Budapest to Novi Sad
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 7m
- Frequency
- On demand
- Estimated price
- RSD 2833
- Schedules at
- terratravel.rs
- Book at
- terratravel.rs
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More Questions & Answers
Budapest to Novi Sad bus services, operated by Fudeks, arrive at Novi Sad station.
Budapest to Novi Sad train services, operated by Serbian Railways (ŽS), arrive at Novi Sad station.
Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Novi Sad is 293 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Budapest to Novi Sad.
There are 26+ hotels available in Novi Sad. Prices start at RSD 8750 per night.