Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | T2A Budapest Airport (BUD) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | T2A Budapest Airport (BUD) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Kelenföld | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Kelenföld | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Budapest
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 20 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 030, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Budapest by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Budapest cost?
The bus ticket price from Cologne to Budapest starts at R 1 030. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Budapest is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Budapest?
The average travel time between Cologne and Budapest is around 20h 20m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 958 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Budapest?
The number of buses from Cologne to Budapest can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 35 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Budapest by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Budapest?
When taking the bus from Cologne to Budapest, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Budapest?
Buses travelling between Cologne and Budapest leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Mexikói út, Kelenföld, Budapest Airport.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Budapest was searched and found on 23 Nov 2025 with a price of R 1 047To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Budapest as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 1 047 to R 1 266 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 047, which is on 2025-11-23.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Budapest?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination