Facts about the transport from Bucharest to Budapest
| Cheapest Transport | $47 |
| Fastest Transport | 9h 27m |
| Earliest Departure | 5:05 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:00 PM |
| Departures per day | 4 |
| Distance | 473 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Daytrip, MAV |
Bucharest to Budapest
Best Options
$47
$50
Other Options
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Transportation from Bucharest to Budapest
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Trains$ 46.13
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Taxis$ 668.08
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Buses are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
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How to get from Bucharest to Budapest
Travelling between Bucharest and Budapest is possible by Train and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 49.66 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 46.11.
How long does it take to get from Bucharest to Budapest?
It can take you anywhere between 10 and 17 hours to travel between Bucharest and Budapest depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Bucharest and Budapest. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 9h 27m. Train does a much slower job and take about 16h 50m to reach Budapest.
How much does it cost to get from Bucharest to Budapest?
Travelling between Bucharest and Budapest can be as cheap as USD 46.11 if you opt for a MAV train and as expensive as USD 49.66 if you buy a MAV Train ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Bucharest and Budapest ?
- 4 from Bucharest to Budapest starting from 05:05 Bucharest North until 21:00 Bucharest North
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bucharest to Budapest.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Bucharest and Budapest
Daytrip
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Bucharest to Budapest?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% took a train