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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | P+R Süd | Könyves Kálmán | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | P+R Süd | Kelenföld | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | P+R Süd | Budapest Airport (BUD) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | P+R Süd | Könyves Kálmán | No tags |
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Get from Salzburg to Budapest
The journey takes about 7 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 619, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Salzburg and Budapest?
Stops in Salzburg
- AHellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
- B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - C
Salzburg Airport
- D
Süd - Alpenstraße
Alpenstraße, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
Stops in Budapest
- B
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - CBudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 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
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salzburg to Budapest by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Salzburg to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Salzburg to Budapest start at R 619. The average price for this route is around R 1 014. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Salzburg to Budapest?
The average bus journey time from Salzburg to Budapest is 7h 25m, covering a distance of 453 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Salzburg to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salzburg to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Salzburg to Budapest at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salzburg to Budapest?
A bus trip from Salzburg to Budapest produces an estimated 11 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Salzburg to Budapest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11357 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salzburg to Budapest?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Salzburg to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salzburg to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Salzburg to Budapest was searched and found on 14 Jan 2026 with a price of R 556To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salzburg to Budapest as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 556 to R 1 065 for a bus ticket from Salzburg to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 556, which is on 2026-01-14.
