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Compare all timetables for the bus from Essen to Budapest

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Essen to Budapest from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.
today
tomorrow
from $77
Tuesday
Wednesday
from $65
Thursday
from $83
Friday
Saturday
from $81

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    27h 15m
    0
    8:05 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    11:20 PM
    Budapest
    Mexikói út
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $77
  • FlixBus
    20h 5m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    5:10 AM
    Budapest
    Népliget Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $79
  • FlixBus
    22h 0m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    6:40 AM
    Budapest
    Kelenföld Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $79
  • FlixBus
    21h 0m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    10:15 AM
    Budapest
    Kelenföld Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $81
  • FlixBus
    22h 55m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    2:45 PM
    Budapest
    Mexikói út
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $89

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    21h 55m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    6:40 AM
    Budapest
    Kelenföld Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $65
  • FlixBus
    20h 15m
    0
    1:30 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    9:45 PM
    Budapest
    Népliget Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $66
  • FlixBus
    22h 0m
    0
    6:20 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    4:20 AM
    Budapest
    Népliget Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $66
  • FlixBus
    20h 0m
    0
    9:05 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    5:05 AM
    Budapest
    Népliget Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $66
  • FlixBus
    20h 0m
    0
    1:30 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    9:30 PM
    Budapest
    Kelenföld Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $66

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    20h 15m
    0
    1:30 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    9:45 PM
    Budapest
    Népliget Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $83
  • FlixBus
    20h 55m
    0
    8:40 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    5:35 AM
    Budapest
    Népliget Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $83
  • FlixBus
    22h 20m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    7:05 AM
    Budapest
    Népliget Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $83
  • FlixBus
    20h 0m
    0
    1:30 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    9:30 PM
    Budapest
    Kelenföld Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $83
  • FlixBus
    21h 55m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    6:40 AM
    Budapest
    Kelenföld Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $83
  • Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Budapest via Vienna, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      19h 55m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Essen
      Central Station
      11:55 AM
      Vienna
      Erdberg
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $56
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • FlixBus
      3h 10m
      0
      1:15 PM
      Vienna
      Südtirolerplatz Bus Station
      4:25 PM
      Budapest
      Kelenföld Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel Time is 0h 5m shorter, and you will save $17

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Prices are for one way and one person
  • FlixBus
    19h 50m
    0
    1:15 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    9:05 AM
    Budapest
    Népliget Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $81
  • FlixBus
    20h 15m
    0
    1:30 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    9:45 PM
    Budapest
    Népliget Bus Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $83
  • FlixBus
    20h 0m
    0
    1:30 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    9:30 PM
    Budapest
    Kelenföld Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $83
  • FlixBus
    21h 55m
    0
    8:45 AM
    Essen
    Central Station
    6:40 AM
    Budapest
    Kelenföld Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $83
  • FlixBus
    23h 10m
    0
    3:50 PM
    Essen
    Central Station
    3:00 PM
    Budapest
    Kelenföld Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $83
  • Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Budapest via Vienna, you can save more than $15? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      19h 55m
      0
      8:30 PM
      Essen
      Central Station
      11:55 AM
      Vienna
      Erdberg
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $56
      • Waiting Time 1h 20m
    • FlixBus
      3h 10m
      0
      1:15 PM
      Vienna
      Südtirolerplatz Bus Station
      4:25 PM
      Budapest
      Kelenföld Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $9
    Travel time is 0h 5m longer, but you will save $15

Frequency of bus connections between Essen and Budapest

See here how frequent the connections between Essen and Budapest are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 14 daily buses from Essen to Budapest. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 13 daily coaches between Essen and Budapest.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 19 buses from Essen to Budapest, while Night sees the fewest connections between Essen and Budapest, with 8 offers.

Facts about the bus from Essen to Budapest

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 13 times every day by bus from Essen to Budapest in one click! Book your bus ticket from Essen to Budapest starting from $65!

Cheapest Bus $65
Fastest Bus 19h 15m
Earliest Bus 1:30 AM
Latest Bus 10:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes 13 Ø
Distance 604.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Essen to Budapest

Every day, 13 buses from 1 bus companies leave Essen for Budapest: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/09/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 06/08
Monday 06/09
$77
Tuesday 06/10
Wednesday 06/11
$65
Thursday 06/12
$83
Friday 06/13
Saturday 06/14
$81
Sunday 06/15
$84
Monday 06/16
Tuesday 06/17
Wednesday 06/18
Thursday 06/19
Friday 06/20
Saturday 06/21
Sunday 06/22
Monday 06/23
Tuesday 06/24
Wednesday 06/25
Thursday 06/26
Friday 06/27
Saturday 06/28
Sunday 06/29
Monday 06/30
Tuesday 07/01
Wednesday 07/02
Thursday 07/03
Friday 07/04
Saturday 07/05

The cheapest time to travel from Essen to Budapest

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Essen to Budapest, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $65, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a bus from Essen to Budapest. Thursday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $83.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Essen to Budapest, with $65. Night is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $66.

How to save money travelling from Essen to Budapest

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Essen to Budapest in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Essen to Budapest, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Essen to Budapest are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Essen and Budapest

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Essen and Budapest.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Essen to Budapest

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Essen to Budapest? Or which bus companies serve the route Essen to Budapest? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Essen to Budapest bus

How much does a Essen Budapest bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $65 and takes 21h 55m to reach Budapest. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Essen to Budapest?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $65 and $145. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Budapest.

On average, how many connections are available from Essen to Budapest each day?

Every day, the Essen to Budapest bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Essen to Budapest take?

The fastest bus from Essen to Budapest is offered by FlixBus and takes 19h 15m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $93. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Essen to Budapest?

The earliest bus arriving in Budapest from Essen starts at 1:30 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Essen to Budapest?

The latest bus trip departing from Essen for Budapest starts at 10:45 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Essen Budapest route?

When traveling by bus from Essen to Budapest, passengers can travel with FlixBus. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Budapest?

You can check all the direct connections between Essen and Budapest by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus.

What can I take with me on the Essen to Budapest bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Essen Budapest bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Essen Budapest bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Essen to Budapest on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Essen to Budapest

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

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