Bus from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Budapest on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
FRA Frankfurt airport
Könyves KálmánCheapest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Könyves KálmánFastest
Flixbus
Frankfurt Hbf
Könyves KálmánNo tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    		Südbahnhof
    		Könyves KálmánNo tags
    Flixbus
    		Frankfurt Hbf
    		Könyves KálmánNo tags

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    Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest

    We recommend carpooling

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $81, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    1carpool per day
    9h 50mAverage Duration
    504 milesDistance
    34kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$45 - $152Average Duration17h 30m
    21kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$48 - $205Average Duration10h 11m
    20kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    		Average Price$81 - $110Average Duration9h 50m
    34kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest start from $45. The average price for this route is around $73. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

      The average bus trip duration from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest is 17h 30m, covering a distance of 510 miles (822 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Frankfurt am Main to Budapest route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 40 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus, Karat-S, RegioJet, KLR Bus.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

      The earliest bus departs from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

      A bus trip from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is KLR Bus, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 19 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company KLR Bus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.5.

    8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Karat-S, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is KLR Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    11/27
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    11/28
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    Today
    $51
    11/30
    $71
    12/01
    $50
    12/02
    $48
    12/03
    $113
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    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $48

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $48 to $147 for a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-02.

    Usually Karat-S, Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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