Bucharest to Budapest

Bucharest to Budapest

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Bucharest to Budapest Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Standard 3pax
Any time
+9h 27m
$659.03
Flight
El Al
Economy
00:20
10:00
$624.94
Flight
Tarom
Economy
00:45
15:55
$791.74
Flight
Emirates
Economy
02:20
22:40
$2,452.74
Flight
Air Serbia
Economy
04:30
15:40
$88.32
Flight
LOT Polish Airlines
Economy
05:25
17:55
$994.54
Flight
Wizz Air Malta
Economy
05:45
18:50
$58.11
Flight
Wizz Air Malta
Economy
06:05
18:40
$88.32
Flight
Air France
Economy
06:30
19:35
$250.74
Flight
Wizz Air Malta
Economy
06:50
20:30
$87.16
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
07:35
14:00
$432.42
Flight
Tarom
Economy
07:55
09:45
$232.43
Flight
Tarom
Economy
08:20
22:10
$268.46
Flight
Air France
Economy
08:40
00:00
$309.94
Flight
HiSky Europe
Economy
09:00
16:25
$108.08
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
09:30
11:15
$192.92
Flight
Austrian Airlines
Economy
09:50
15:30
$363.71
Flight
Wizz Air Malta
Economy
10:10
14:30
$321.92
Flight
Wizz Air Malta
Economy
10:35
13:50
$241.73
Flight
Wizz Air Malta
Economy
10:55
09:45
$124.35

How to get from Bucharest to Budapest

When you want to get from Bucharest to Budapest, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 609.09. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 21.76.

How far is Bucharest from Budapest?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Bucharest to Budapest. Your trip will be a total of 794 miles (1276 km). The flying distance is 794 miles (1276 km).

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

The travel time from Bucharest to Budapest can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 28 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Bucharest to Budapest?

The cost of the trip from Bucharest to Budapest varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Wizz Air: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 21.76 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 609.09.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Bucharest to Budapest:

  • Plane tickets - USD 21.69 to USD 609.00;
  • Bus tickets - USD 39.39 to USD 58.64;
  • Train tickets - USD 49.57 to USD 50.68;

How many trips per day are there between Bucharest and Budapest?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Flights from Bucharest to Budapest depart during the day - there are approximately 25 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Bucharest to Budapest. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 21.69.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Bucharest to Budapest

Austrian Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, SWISS International Airlines, Tarom, Tarom, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, Wizz Air, Wizz Air, Wizz Air Hungary, Wizz Air Malta

Buses

Taking a bus from Bucharest to Budapest is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Bucharest to Budapest

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bucharest to Budapest? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 62% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 38% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Bucharest to Budapest

Facts about the transport from Bucharest to Budapest

Cheapest Transport$22
Fastest Transport1h 30m
Earliest Departure3:45 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day25
Distance1276 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAustrian Airlines, FlixBus, LOT Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, MAV, SWISS International Airlines, Tarom, Tarom, Turkish Airlines, Wizz Air, Wizz Air, Wizz Air, Wizz Air Hungary, Wizz Air Malta