How to get from Bucharest to Budapest
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Bucharest to Budapest. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 15m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 631 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
631 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €73Checked Sep 9 | 1h 15mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €44Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 17h 20mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€73Checked Sep 91h 15m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€44Omio catalogue, Sep 917h 20m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Bucharest to Budapest: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Bucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport → Budapest Ferenc Lisztflight
Wizz Air·1h 15m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Bucharest to Budapest
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€21October 2026
€19Departures from Bucharest to Budapest
FlixBus runs 12 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:55 and the last at 23:00.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 12 | 05:55 | 23:00 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 13h 35m€44Book
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
Wizz AirBucharest Băneasa Aurel Vlaicu International Airport-Budapest Ferenc LisztSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBucharest-BudapestBook →On this route you travel with Wizz Air, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Bucharest to Budapest works
Start with a W6 flight from Bucharest to Budapest, about 1h 15m. In total it's roughly €73 over 1h 15m, direct, no transfers.
Bucharest to Budapest: common questions
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Budapest?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 15m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Budapest from Bucharest?
About 631 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Bucharest to Budapest cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €73. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Bucharest to Budapest?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 15m.
How long is the flight from Bucharest to Budapest?
About 1h 15m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Bucharest and Budapest?
Bucharest is BBU and Budapest is BUD, so this route is usually written BBU to BUD.
Which operators run Bucharest to Budapest?
On this route you travel with Wizz Air, FlixBus.
Can you get from Bucharest to Budapest without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 13h 35m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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