Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Könyves Kálmán | Zalau (Gara de Nord) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Könyves Kálmán | Zalau (Gara de Nord) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Könyves Kálmán | Zalau (Gara de Nord) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Könyves Kálmán | Zalau (Gara de Nord) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Könyves Kálmán | Zalau (Gara de Nord) | No tags |
Get from Budapest to Zalău
The journey takes about 9 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Zalău?
Stops in Budapest
- ABudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - DBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- EKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
Stops in Zalău
- A
Stație de Autobuz Zalău - Autogara Cento Trans
Strada Tudor Vladimirescu, 56, 450000 Zalău, Romania - B
Zalau Str.Horia, nr.15
Zalau,, Romania - C
Strada Simion Bărnuțiu
Strada Simion Bărnuțiu 1, Zalău, Romania
Compare bus companies
Based on 11823 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £31
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Budapest to Zalău
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Zalău?
The cheapest coach tickets from Budapest to Zalău start from £31. The average price for this route is around £38. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Budapest to Zalău?
The average bus journey time from Budapest to Zalău is 9h 35m, covering a distance of 185 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 9h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Zalău route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Zalău?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Zalău at 04:30. And the latest bus departs at 05:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Zalău?
A bus journey from Budapest to Zalău produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Budapest to Zalău was searched and found on 29 Dec 2025 with a price of £32To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Zalău as early as possible.
