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Next departures from Bratislava to Budapest on 29 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	05:45	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 45m	09:30	Budapest Airport (BUD)	Cheapest
	06:10	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 20m	08:30	Kelenföld	Fastest
	14:30	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	18:00	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	08:30	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	04:50	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	08:20	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:20	Nivy bus station	4h 38m	15:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	15:40	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 5m	18:45	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
	13:45	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	16:35	Népliget	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Budapest on 30 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:15	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	06:05	Népliget	Cheapest
	06:10	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 20m	08:30	Kelenföld	Fastest
	14:30	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	18:00	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	08:30	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	04:50	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	08:20	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:20	Nivy bus station	4h 38m	15:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	05:45	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 45m	09:30	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
	13:45	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	16:35	Népliget	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Budapest on 31 July
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:15	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	06:05	Népliget	Cheapest
	15:40	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 15m	17:55	Kelenföld	Fastest
	14:30	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	18:00	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	08:30	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	15:40	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 40m	18:20	Népliget	No tags
	04:50	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	08:20	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:20	Nivy bus station	4h 38m	15:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	05:45	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 45m	09:30	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Budapest on 1 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:15	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	06:05	Népliget	Cheapest
	15:40	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 15m	17:55	Kelenföld	Fastest
	14:30	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	18:00	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	08:30	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	15:40	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 40m	18:20	Népliget	No tags
	04:50	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	08:20	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:20	Nivy bus station	4h 38m	15:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	05:45	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 45m	09:30	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Budapest on 2 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:15	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	06:05	Népliget	Cheapest
	15:40	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 15m	17:55	Kelenföld	Fastest
	14:30	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	18:00	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	08:30	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	15:40	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 40m	18:20	Népliget	No tags
	04:50	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	08:20	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:20	Nivy bus station	4h 38m	15:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	05:45	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 45m	09:30	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Budapest on 3 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:15	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	06:05	Népliget	Cheapest
	15:40	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 15m	17:55	Kelenföld	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	08:30	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	15:40	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 40m	18:20	Népliget	No tags
	04:50	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	08:20	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:20	Nivy bus station	4h 38m	15:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	05:45	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 45m	09:30	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
	13:45	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	16:35	Népliget	No tags

Next departures from Bratislava to Budapest on 4 August
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	03:15	Nivy bus station	2h 50m	06:05	Népliget	Cheapest
	15:40	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 15m	17:55	Kelenföld	Fastest
	05:30	Húščavova	2h 30m	08:00	Annahegyi Restaurant	No tags
	14:30	Lamačská cesta 1/A, "McDonalds"	3h 30m	18:00	Népliget	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	08:30	Nivy bus station	4h 28m	12:58	Kelenföld	No tags
	15:40	Bratislava AS Mlynské Nivy	2h 40m	18:20	Népliget	No tags
	04:50	Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy	3h 30m	08:20	Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
RegioJet + RegioJet	11:20	Nivy bus station	4h 38m	15:58	Kelenföld	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Bratislava to Budapest

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 2 hours 23 minutes and with fares starting at just R 285, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8train per day

2h 23mAverage duration

163 kmDistance

4kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 202 - R 2 856	Average duration4h 30m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 285 - R 697	Average duration2h 23m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Bratislava and Budapest

Stops in Bratislava

A
Bratislava Airport
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B
Petržalka Einsteinova
Einsteinova, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
C
Most SNP
Nábrežie armádneho generála Ludvíka Svobodu, 811 02 Bratislava, Slovakia
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D
AS Mlynské nivy
Mlynské nivy 5537, 821 09 Bratislava, Slovakia
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E
Staatsgrenze
61, 851 01 Petržalka, Slovakia
F
BTS Airport
Páričkova 1093/7, 821 08 Bratislava, Slovakia

Stops in Budapest

A
Budapest Airport
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B
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
C
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/513 093 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/512 191 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

RegioJet

4.1/51 083 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

Based on 1083 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at R 202

RegioJet Bratislava Budapest recent customer reviews

the comfort and cleanliness

Maribeth I.

14 October 2024

One hour late!!

Rachel Z.

1 July 2018

Express Busline

5.0/52 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5.0

AMI-TOUR

Infobus

3.9/5496 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

HU bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, KLR Bus, RegioJet, LIKEBUS, Union Ivkoni, Openline

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bratislava to Budapest by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Bratislava to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bratislava to Budapest start at R 202. The average price for this route is around R 454. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Bratislava to Budapest?
The average bus journey time from Bratislava to Budapest is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 165 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 1h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Bratislava to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 60 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, Express Busline, AMI-TOUR, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Bratislava to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Bratislava to Budapest at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bratislava to Budapest?
A bus trip from Bratislava to Budapest produces an estimated 4.1103250000000005 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Bratislava to Budapest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Express Busline, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 2 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bratislava to Budapest?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.9.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Bratislava to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Bratislava to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Express Busline, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

27/07

R 619

28/07

R 410

Today

R 300

30/07

R 300

31/07

R 300

01/08

R 300

02/08

R 300

03/08

R 300

The cheapest trip from Bratislava to Budapest was searched and found on 29 Jul 2026 with a price of R 300

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bratislava to Budapest as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 300 to R 1 429 for a bus ticket from Bratislava to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 300, which is on 2026-07-30.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.