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Cheap coach tickets from Frankfurt to Budapest
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Coach from Frankfurt to Budapest: Journey Information
There are 46 intercity coaches per day from Frankfurt to Budapest. Travelling by coach from Frankfurt to Budapest usually takes around 17 hours and 14 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 12 hours and 50 minutes.
- Distance
- 504 mi (811 km)
- Shortest duration
- 12h 50m
- Cheapest price
- £40.69
- Trips per day
- 46
- Most frequent service
- FlixBus
- Coach lines
- 3
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Frankfurt to Budapest Coach Timetable
There are several coach options that can take you from Frankfurt to Budapest:
See more detailsHow much is a coach ticket from Frankfurt to Budapest?
Coach tickets for a trip from Frankfurt to Budapest cost about £62 when you book at the cheapest time, 4 days ahead. While it’s a bit pricey for a coach ticket, it’s still significantly more cost-effective than flying. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.
Average coach ticket prices from Frankfurt to Budapest by travel date
If you're planning to travel by coach from Frankfurt to Budapest in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £48 to £65. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 10 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Budapest this week, coach tickets are available starting at £48.
Average coach ticket prices from Frankfurt to Budapest by month
Taking the coach from Frankfurt to Budapest is usually cheapest in February, when the average ticket price is only £53. If you're planning to take the coach from Frankfurt to Budapest during December, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £82. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. Booking in advance is the best way to find cheap coach tickets, even if it’s only by a few days.
What coach companies travel from Frankfurt to Budapest?
There are 3 coach lines from Frankfurt to Budapest available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 38 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 38 trips from Frankfurt to Budapest, and usually makes the trip in about 17 hours and 22 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.
Book Karat-S from Frankfurt to Budapest from £83.78. Typically there is one Karat-S service per day from Frankfurt to Budapest and you can expect on average to pay £91.32 for a Karat-S ticket to Budapest. In Frankfurt, Karat-S departs to Budapest from Central Bus Station. In Budapest, Karat-S arrives at Üllői út 131.
An average trip on Karat-S from Frankfurt to Budapest takes 17 hours and 5 minutes.
At weekends, Karat-S offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay £83.78 for a single ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Budapest.
Book RegioJet from Frankfurt to Budapest from £42.39. There are 8 trips per day offered by RegioJet from Frankfurt to Budapest and you can expect on average to pay £51.18 for a RegioJet ticket to Budapest. In Frankfurt, RegioJet departs to Budapest from Central Bus Station and one other station. In Budapest, RegioJet arrives at Budapest Kelenfold Train Station and 3 other stations.
An average trip on RegioJet from Frankfurt to Budapest takes 16 hours and 33 minutes, while the fastest available RegioJet trip will get you to Budapest in 14 hours and 28 minutes.
At weekends, RegioJet offers 7 trips per day. A single ticket costs £42.39 for a weekend trip to Budapest.
Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Frankfurt to Budapest
There are 46 scheduled coaches that travel from Frankfurt to Budapest every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 9 direct coaches, where you can stay on the same coach without having to transfer to a connecting coach at any point during your trip. Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Frankfurt to Budapest; ticket prices start at £41.
Trips per day
46
Direct trips
9
The coach takes an average of 17 hours and 14 minutes to cover the 504 miles from Frankfurt to Budapest. However, the fastest coach 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 coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
504
Distance (km)
811
The first coach leaves at 0:20 and the last coach leaves at 23:59. To see the times for all coaches from Frankfurt to Budapest, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest coach
12:20am
Latest coach
11:59pm
Because many passengers travel from Frankfurt to Budapest at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Thursday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Thursday ticket is the way to go.
Most crowded
Monday
Least crowded
Thursday
City Information
Frankfurt
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 centre 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 neighbourhood 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 coach 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
As the commercial and cultural hub of Hungary, Budapest is a multi-faceted city that appeals to many different kinds of travellers. 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 Déli, which offer access to various other Hungarian and European cities. The main coach 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 coach leave from in Frankfurt?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Frankfurt Central Bus Station, locally known as Busterminal Frankfurt, is the city's main coach terminal and is located directly next to Frankfurt HBF (the central train station). The terminal is a hub for coach 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 Toyoko Inn and Ibis hotel, numerous restaurants, and a five-minute walk from the city centre.
All coach stations in Frankfurt:
- Central Bus Station
- Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Where does the coach arrive in Budapest?
Main arrival station: Üllői út 131
The station at Üllői út 131 is Budapest's centre of intercity coach 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 toilets 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.
Coach stations in Budapest:
- Üllői út 131
- Etele tér
- Airport Terminal 2A
- Budapest Kelenfold Train Station
- Üllői út 131
- Mexikói út
- Budapest Déli Train Station
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