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Get from Budapest to Lugano
The journey takes about 19 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $98, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Budapest and Lugano?
Stops in Budapest
- ABudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- BBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - EKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
Stops in Lugano
- AVia Giacomo E Filippo Ciani, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
- B
Stazione/Gare de Lugano
Stazione FFS 1, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland - C
Via Basilea
Via Basilea, 6900 Lugano, Switzerland
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Budapest to Lugano by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Lugano?
The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Lugano start from $98. The average price for this route is around $152. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Budapest to Lugano?
The average bus trip duration from Budapest to Lugano is 19h 35m, covering a distance of 486 miles (783 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Budapest to Lugano route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Lugano?
The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Lugano at 12:25am. And the latest bus departs at 11:25pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Lugano?
A bus trip from Budapest to Lugano generates an estimated 20 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Budapest to Lugano?
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 11278 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Lugano?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Budapest to Lugano?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Budapest to Lugano?
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 Budapest to Lugano was searched and found on Dec 23, 2025 with a price of $94To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Lugano, as early as possible.
