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Compare all timetables for the bus from Rome to Budapest

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Rome to Budapest from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today
$96
tomorrow
$133
Saturday
$138
Sunday
$137
Monday
$119
Tuesday
$115
Wednesday
$115

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 24h 45m 5:05 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 5:50 PM Budapest Mexikói út  Economy $96
FlixBus 22h 31m 12:45 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 11:16 AM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $130
FlixBus 18h 35m 12:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 6:55 AM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $132
FlixBus 26h 15m 5:25 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 7:40 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $132
FlixBus 20h 15m 11:05 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 7:20 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $133

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 19h 56m 9:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 5:16 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $133
FlixBus 20h 30m 9:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 5:50 PM Budapest Mexikói út  Economy $133
FlixBus 23h 51m 5:25 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 5:16 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $134
FlixBus 24h 25m 5:25 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 5:50 PM Budapest Mexikói út  Economy $134
FlixBus 22h 55m 11:50 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 10:45 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $136
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rome to Budapest via Zagreb, you can save more than $43? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      25h 25m
      0
      9:20 PM
      Rome
      Tiburtina Bus Station
      10:25 AM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $52
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      10:45 PM
      Budapest
      Kelenföld Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $39
    Travel time is 5h 29m longer, but you will save $43

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 25h 5m 6:15 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 7:20 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $138
FlixBus 25h 25m 6:15 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 7:40 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $138
FlixBus 23h 51m 5:25 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 5:16 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $139
FlixBus 20h 45m 9:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 6:05 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $140
FlixBus 22h 55m 11:50 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 10:45 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $140
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rome to Budapest via Zagreb, you can save more than $48? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      25h 25m
      0
      9:20 PM
      Rome
      Tiburtina Bus Station
      10:25 AM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $52
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      10:45 PM
      Budapest
      Kelenföld Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $39
    Travel time is 4h 40m longer, but you will save $48

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 20h 15m 11:05 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 7:20 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $137
FlixBus 22h 35m 12:10 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 10:45 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $139
FlixBus 23h 51m 5:25 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 5:16 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $139
FlixBus 20h 45m 9:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 6:05 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $140
FlixBus 19h 50m 1:40 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 9:30 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $140
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rome to Budapest via Zagreb, you can save more than $58? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      20h 45m
      0
      9:20 PM
      Rome
      Tiburtina Bus Station
      10:25 AM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $29
      • Waiting Time 3h 35m
    • FlixBus
      4h 5m
      0
      2:00 PM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      6:05 PM
      Budapest
      Kelenföld Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $49
    Travel time is 0h 55m longer, but you will save $58

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 22h 35m 12:10 AM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 10:45 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $119
FlixBus 23h 40m 12:45 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 12:25 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $119
FlixBus 20h 45m 9:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 6:05 PM Budapest Kelenföld Station  Economy $120
FlixBus 19h 10m 1:05 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 8:15 AM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $120
FlixBus 24h 25m 5:25 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 5:50 PM Budapest Mexikói út  Economy $120
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rome to Budapest via Zagreb, you can save more than $45? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      25h 25m
      0
      9:20 PM
      Rome
      Tiburtina Bus Station
      10:25 AM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $29
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      10:45 PM
      Budapest
      Kelenföld Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $45
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save $45

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 23h 51m 5:25 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 5:16 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $115
FlixBus 19h 56m 9:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 5:16 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $116
FlixBus 24h 25m 5:25 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 5:50 PM Budapest Mexikói út  Economy $116
FlixBus 20h 30m 9:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 5:50 PM Budapest Mexikói út  Economy $116
FlixBus 19h 10m 1:05 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 8:15 AM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $119
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rome to Budapest via Zagreb, you can save more than $41? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      25h 25m
      0
      9:20 PM
      Rome
      Tiburtina Bus Station
      10:25 AM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $29
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      10:45 PM
      Budapest
      Kelenföld Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $45
    Travel time is 6h 15m longer, but you will save $41

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 22h 35m 10:55 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 9:30 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $115
FlixBus 23h 51m 5:25 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 5:16 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $115
FlixBus 19h 56m 9:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 5:16 PM Budapest Népliget Bus Station  Economy $116
FlixBus 24h 25m 5:25 PM Rome Anagnina Bus Station 5:50 PM Budapest Mexikói út  Economy $116
FlixBus 20h 30m 9:20 PM Rome Tiburtina Bus Station 5:50 PM Budapest Mexikói út  Economy $116
  • Did you know that if you travel from Rome to Budapest via Zagreb, you can save more than $41? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      25h 25m
      0
      9:20 PM
      Rome
      Tiburtina Bus Station
      10:25 AM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $29
      • Waiting Time 8h 5m
    • FlixBus
      4h 15m
      0
      6:30 PM
      Zagreb
      Central Bus Station
      10:45 PM
      Budapest
      Kelenföld Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $45
    Travel time is 5h 29m longer, but you will save $41

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Rome to Budapest is $68 on 1/9/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Rome and Budapest

See here how frequent the connections between Rome and Budapest are, during different times and days of the week.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 20 daily buses from Rome to Budapest. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 12 daily coaches between Rome and Budapest.
The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 61 buses from Rome to Budapest, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Rome and Budapest, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Rome to Budapest

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 15 times every day by bus from Rome to Budapest in one click! Book your bus ticket from Rome to Budapest starting from $68!

Cheapest Bus $68
Fastest Bus 18h 35m
Earliest Bus 12:20 PM
Latest Bus 10:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes 15 Ø
Distance 502.5 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Rome to Budapest

Every day, 15 buses from 1 bus companies leave Rome for Budapest: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 12/18/2025 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 12/14
Monday 12/15
Tuesday 12/16
Wednesday 12/17
Thursday 12/18
$130
Friday 12/19
$133
Saturday 12/20
$138
Sunday 12/21
$137
Monday 12/22
$119
Tuesday 12/23
$115
Wednesday 12/24
$115
Thursday 12/25
$123
Friday 12/26
$121
Saturday 12/27
$122
Sunday 12/28
$126
Monday 12/29
$92
Tuesday 12/30
$114
Wednesday 12/31
$108
Thursday 01/01
$120
Friday 01/02
$126
Saturday 01/03
$116
Sunday 01/04
$103
Monday 01/05
$93
Tuesday 01/06
$87
Wednesday 01/07
$79
Thursday 01/08
$69
Friday 01/09
$68
Saturday 01/10

The cheapest time to travel from Rome to Budapest

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Rome to Budapest, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $59, Monday is the cheapest day for a bus from Rome to Budapest. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $79.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Rome to Budapest, with $59. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $120.

How to save money travelling from Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome to Budapest are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Rome and Budapest

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Rome to Budapest

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

FAQs about the Rome to Budapest bus

How much does a Rome Budapest bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $68 and takes 24h 45m to reach Budapest. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $68 and $206. 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 Rome to Budapest each day?

Every day, the Rome to Budapest bus route is served by approximately 15 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Rome to Budapest is offered by FlixBus and takes 18h 35m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $132. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Rome to Budapest?

The earliest bus arriving in Budapest from Rome starts at 12:20 PM. 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 Rome to Budapest?

The latest bus trip departing from Rome for Budapest starts at 10:55 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 Rome Budapest route?

When traveling by bus from Rome 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 Rome and Budapest?

You can check all the direct connections between Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome 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 Rome to Budapest on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Rome to Budapest?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 15 daily trips between Rome and Budapest. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Rome to Budapest?

Prices and availability for 15 trips between Rome and Budapest change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

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

Economy
Economy

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

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