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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest

Composite routes from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest

Cheapest
7 h 22 min
Car
762 km.
from $41
Other
4 h 55 min
Train, Plane
628 km.
from $154.22
25 h 20 min
627 km.
from $115.66

Transport providers

Airlines

Ryanair

Website:
ryanair.com/
Plane from Sofia Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$55.59–$315.84

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Sofia Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$176.87–$517.98

Air Serbia

Website:
airserbia.com/en/welcome
Plane from Sofia Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$101.07–$505.34

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
service@flixbus.com
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Sofia to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
14h 31m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$75.80–$107.39

Citylines

Phone:
+3590885700870
Email:
support@citylines.eu
Website:
citylines.eu/
Bus from Sofia to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$44.22–$59.38

Karat-S

Phone:
+359 2 8120810
Email:
operations@eurolines.bg
Website:
karat-s.com/
Bus from Sofia to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$107.39–$164.24

Train operators

Romanian Railways (CFR)

Phone:
0219521
Website:
cfrcalatori.ro/
Train from Vidin to Craiova
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.63–$16.42
Train from Craiova to Budapest-Keleti
Ave. Duration:
13h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.17–$75.80

Bulgarian Railways (BDZh)

Phone:
+35929311111
Website:
bdz.bg/en
Train from Sofia to Iskarsko
Ave. Duration:
19 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.39–$4.55
Train from Sofia Sever to Vidin
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.93–$8.21

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest?

The cheapest way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest is to bus which costs $38.04 - $141.30 and takes 14h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest?

The fastest way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest is to train and fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $43.48 - $228.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Central Bus Station Sofia and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sofia and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Services depart once daily, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 14h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Central Bus Station Sofia and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Sofia and arriving at Budapest-Keleti via Sofia Sever, Vidin and Craiova. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 20m.

How far is it from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest?

The distance between Central Bus Station Sofia and Budapest is 650 km. The road distance is 764.5 km.

How do I travel from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest without a car?

The best way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest without a car is to bus which takes 14h 31m and costs $38.04 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest?

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest bus from?

Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sofia station.

Where do I catch the Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest train from?

Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), depart from Sofia Sever station.

Train or bus from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest?

The best way to get from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest is to bus which takes 14h 31m and costs $38.04 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70.65 - $92.39 and takes 25h 20m.

Where does the Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest bus arrive?

Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where does the Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest train arrive?

Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest train services, operated by Bulgarian Railways (BDZh), arrive at Vidin station.

Can I drive from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest is 765 km. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest.

How do I get a bus ticket from Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest?

Book your Central Bus Station Sofia to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 7020+ hotels available in Budapest. Prices start at $21.13 per night.
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