Cheap coach tickets from Budapest to Frankfurt

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Coach from Budapest to Frankfurt: Journey Information

There are 17 intercity coaches per day from Budapest to Frankfurt. Travelling by coach from Budapest to Frankfurt usually takes around 16 hours and 54 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 12 hours and 35 minutes.

Distance
504 mi (811 km)
Shortest duration
12h 35m
Cheapest price
£35.18
Trips per day
17
Most frequent service
FlixBus
Coach lines
3

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How much is a coach ticket from Budapest to Frankfurt?

Coach tickets for a trip from Budapest to Frankfurt cost about £45 when you book at the cheapest time, 20 days ahead. Tickets cheaper than £45 are an excellent bargain. 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 Budapest to Frankfurt by travel date

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If you're planning to travel by coach from Budapest to Frankfurt in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from £45 to £83. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 23 November 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Frankfurt this week, coach tickets are available starting at £46.

Average coach ticket prices from Budapest to Frankfurt by month

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Taking the coach from Budapest to Frankfurt is usually cheapest in February, when the average ticket price is only £56. If you're planning to take the coach from Budapest to Frankfurt during August, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of £79. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

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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. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 20 days in advance. This way, you can save up to £18.05 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Budapest to Frankfurt?

There are 3 coach lines from Budapest to Frankfurt available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 37 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:

CoachDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
FlixBus3716h 52m£65.86
Karat-S117h 30m£91.85
RegioJet816h 55m£48.97
  • 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 37 trips from Budapest to Frankfurt, and usually makes the trip in about 16 hours and 52 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 Budapest to Frankfurt from £88.48. Typically there is one Karat-S service per day from Budapest to Frankfurt and you can expect on average to pay £91.85 for a Karat-S ticket to Frankfurt. In Budapest, Karat-S departs to Frankfurt from Üllői út 131. In Frankfurt, Karat-S arrives at Central Bus Station.

    An average trip on Karat-S from Budapest to Frankfurt takes 17 hours and 30 minutes.

  • Book RegioJet from Budapest to Frankfurt from £39.89. There are 8 trips per day offered by RegioJet from Budapest to Frankfurt and you can expect on average to pay £48.97 for a RegioJet ticket to Frankfurt. In Budapest, RegioJet departs to Frankfurt from Etele tér and 3 other stations. In Frankfurt, RegioJet arrives at Frankfurt Main Airport P36 and one other station.

    An average trip on RegioJet from Budapest to Frankfurt takes 16 hours and 55 minutes, while the fastest available RegioJet trip will get you to Frankfurt in 14 hours and 27 minutes.

    At weekends, RegioJet offers 7 trips per day. A single ticket costs £39.89 for a weekend trip to Frankfurt.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Budapest to Frankfurt

There are coaches that can take you directly from Budapest to Frankfurt. At this time, there are a number of coach trips where you can expect to spend part of the journey on a different vehicle, such as a shuttle or a train. Both types of tickets can be found when you search on Wanderu; the type of trip is indicated in the trip details.

There are 17 scheduled coaches that travel from Budapest to Frankfurt every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. However, only one of these is a direct coach. With direct service, you do not have to transfer onto a different coach at any point during your trip. Direct coaches also tend to be significantly faster, which is worth bearing in mind as you compare the available options.

Trips per day

17

Direct trips

1

The coach takes an average of 16 hours and 54 minutes to cover the 504 miles from Budapest to Frankfurt. However, the fastest coach only takes 12 hours and 35 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 1:45 and the last coach leaves at 23:45. To see the times for all coaches from Budapest to Frankfurt, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

1:45am

Latest coach

11:45pm

Because many passengers travel from Budapest to Frankfurt 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

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 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.

Frankfurt

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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 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.

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Budapest?

Main departure station: Etele tér

Coaches to Frankfurt leave from 7 stations in Budapest.

All coach stations in Budapest:

  • Etele tér
  • Üllői út 131
  • Airport Terminal 2A
  • Üllői út 131
  • Budapest Kelenfold Train Station
  • Budapest Déli Train Station
  • Mexikói út

Where does the coach arrive in Frankfurt?

Main arrival station: Central Bus Station

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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.

Coach stations in Frankfurt:

  • Central Bus Station
  • Frankfurt Main Airport P36
  • Frankfurt Süd Station

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