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Budapest to Kaiserslautern Bus Schedule
Bus from Budapest to Kaiserslautern: Journey Information
There are 8 intercity buses per day from Budapest to Kaiserslautern. Traveling by bus from Budapest to Kaiserslautern usually takes around 18 hours and 51 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 16 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 534 mi (859 km) |
| Shortest duration | 16h 30m |
| Cheapest price | $65.64 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Budapest to Kaiserslautern?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Budapest to Kaiserslautern. FlixBus connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 8 | 18h 52m | $84.62 |
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 8 trips from Budapest to Kaiserslautern, and usually makes the trip in about 18 hours and 52 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Budapest to Kaiserslautern
The bus takes an average of 18 hours and 51 minutes to cover the 534 miles from Budapest to Kaiserslautern. However, the fastest bus only takes 16 hours and 30 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Budapest to Kaiserslautern for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 6:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Budapest to Kaiserslautern, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 8 scheduled buses that travel from Budapest to Kaiserslautern every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so no matter which bus you take, you will have to transfer buses at least once during your journey.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Budapest to Kaiserslautern; ticket prices start at $97.02.
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 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.
Kaiserslautern
Kaiserslautern is a historic city in Germany whose founding dates to the 9th century. The area hosted a hunting retreat for Holy Roman Emperor Frederick Barbarossa in the 12th century. It is now one of the country’s cultural centers, filled with artistic, historical, and outdoorsy attractions.
History fans will love visiting the remains of two medieval castles in Kaiserslautern: the Burg Hohenecken and Nanstein Castle, a bit further out of town. Another popular spot to visit is the city's Japanese garden, complete with a teahouse and koi ponds. The Gartenschau Kaiserslautern is another park, and it appeals especially to kids with its inventive playgrounds and enormous dinosaur models. Finally, the nearby Palatinate Forest offers gorgeous scenery along its many hiking paths.
Kaiserslautern is located between Frankfurt and Germany's border with France, so even though it is not a major metropolis, it is easy to travel to Kaiserslautern. Over 30 intercity bus routes arrive daily in the city, operated by FlixBus, Sindbad, and Union Ivkoni. You can also travel by train, thanks to Deutsche Bahn's connections to many cities throughout Europe.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Budapest?
Main departure station: Etele tér
Buses to Kaiserslautern leave from 3 stations in Budapest.
All bus stations in Budapest:
Etele tér
Airport Terminal 2A
Üllői út 131
Where does the bus arrive in Kaiserslautern?
Main arrival station: Bahnhofstraße 26-28
All buses from Budapest arrive at one main station in Kaiserslautern.
All bus stations in Kaiserslautern:
Bahnhofstraße 26-28
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