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Frankfurt am Main - Budapest Bus Schedule

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Journey Information

There are 40 intercity buses per day from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest. Traveling by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest usually takes around 17 hours and 50 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 12 hours and 50 minutes.

Distance504 mi (811 km)
Shortest duration12h 50m
Cheapest price$46.44
Trips per day3
Most frequent serviceFlixBus
Bus lines3

How much is a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

$74.73 is the average price of a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest. Any tickets cheaper than $74.73 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.

Monthly average prices

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The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in November. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just $84 – the lowest of the year.

Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest in December, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to $120 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.

What bus companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

There are 3 bus lines from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 39 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus3917h 50m$96.76
Karat-S117h 5m$153.90
RegioJet218h 20m$72.31
  • First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 39 trips from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest, and usually makes the trip in about 17 hours and 50 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.

  • Book Karat-S from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest from $138. There are 1 Karat-S schedules from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest and you can expect on average to pay for a Karat-S ticket to Budapest. In Frankfurt am Main, Karat-S departs to Budapest from Mannheimer St Area B and no other station. In Budapest, Karat-S arrives at Üllői út 131 and no other station.

    An average trip on Karat-S from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest takes 17 hours and 5 minutes , while the fastest available Karat-S trip will get you to Budapest in 12 hours and 50 minutes .

    On weekends, Karat-S offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Budapest.

  • Book RegioJet from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest from $67. There are 2 RegioJet schedules from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest and you can expect on average to pay for a RegioJet ticket to Budapest. In Frankfurt am Main, RegioJet departs to Budapest from Central Bus Station and 1 other station. In Budapest, RegioJet arrives at Üllői út 131 and no other station.

    An average trip on RegioJet from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest takes 18 hours and 20 minutes , while the fastest available RegioJet trip will get you to Budapest in 12 hours and 50 minutes .

    On weekends, RegioJet offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Budapest.

Frequently Asked Questions

The bus takes an average of 17 hours and 50 minutes to cover the 811 kilometers from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest. However, the fastest bus only takes 12 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

"Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.

On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet."

The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

There are 40 scheduled buses that travel from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 3 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.

Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest; ticket prices start at $58.28.

City Information

Frankfurt am Main

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Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.

Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the center of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.

Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighborhood near the city's train station.

The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on bus carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.

Budapest

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As the commercial and cultural hub of Hungary, Budapest is a multi-faceted city that appeals to many different kinds of travelers. The city’s star attraction is the blue Danube, which runs through town, dividing it in two. To explore the river to its fullest, you should go on a boat cruise. This is also a good way to enjoy an unobstructed view of the surrounding architecture. After enjoying the sapphire-colored water of the Danube, take a stroll around the historic Castle Hill quarter, which features cobblestone streets and quaint old buildings. While here, don’t hesitate to visit the area’s iconic Buda Castle, which dates back to the 13th century. For those who do not want to pass up a good photo shoot, Fisherman’s Bastion offers amazing panoramic views.

If you are looking for some unique Hungarian dishes, Arany Kaviar Restaurant offers a great selection. For a more casual experience, Hoppacska is a great choice.

The three main rail stations in Budapest are Keleti, Nyugati, and Déii, which offer access to various other Hungarian and European cities. The main bus station is Népliget and it is located on the edge of Budapest’s popular People’s Park. The main airport in the city is the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Frankfurt am Main?

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Main departure station: Central Bus Station

Frankfurt Central Bus Station, locally known as Busterminal Frankfurt, is the city's main bus terminal and is located directly next to Frankfurt HBF (the central train station). The terminal is a hub for bus services throughout Europe, like Flixbus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar Bus, and Arda Tur. Nearby you will find a coffee shop, ATMs, toilets, and luggage storage. In the immediate vicinity, there is a Tokyo Inn and Ibis hotel, numerous restaurants, and a five-minute walk from the city center.

All bus stations in Frankfurt am Main:

  • Central Bus Station

  • Frankfurt Main Airport P36

  • Mannheimer St Area B

Where does the bus arrive in Budapest?

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Main arrival station: Üllői út 131

The station at Üllői út 131 is Budapest's center of intercity bus transport, plus a hub for local bus and subway services that run through the Népliget station. The station itself is large and spacious, so you can expect to find public restrooms as well as a comfortable waiting area with seats. The station's location is slightly south of Budapest's inner city, but there are still many cafes and hotels in the area since the immense People's Park and the MVM Dome are on either side of the station. Many of Budapest's local buses stop here, along with intercity service on lines including FlixBus and Slovak Lines.

Bus stations in Budapest:

  • Üllői út 131

  • Etele tér

  • Airport Terminal 2A

  • Mexikói út

  • Üllői út 131

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