Bus Varna to Budapest: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Varna to Budapest

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Varna to Budapest from various bus operators like FlixBus, Arda Tur or Citylines for the next days.

today

$113

tomorrow

$113

Wednesday

$98

Thursday

Friday

$64

Saturday

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	22h 40m	6:30 AM	Varna	Central Bus Station	4:10 AM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station		Economy	$113	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/20/2026 6:30:00 AM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/21/2026 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Varna to Budapest via Sofia, you can save more than $42? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Union Ivkoni
  
  26h 16m
  
  0
  
  6:00 PM
  
  Varna
  Central Bus Station
  
  1:05 AM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $20
  
  A Bus from Union Ivkoni goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/21/2026 6:00:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/22/2026 1:05:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $20 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 5m
- FlixBus
  
  18h 31m
  
  0
  
  1:45 AM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  7:16 PM
  
  Budapest
  Népliget Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $51
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 4/22/2026 1:45:00 AM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/22/2026 7:16:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $51 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 31m
Travel time is 4h 36m longer, but you will save $42

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Arda Tur	22h 40m	6:30 AM	Varna	Central Bus Station	4:10 AM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station		Economy	$113	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/21/2026 6:30:00 AM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/22/2026 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Varna to Budapest via Sofia, you can save more than $66? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Group Plus Ltd
  
  22h 46m
  
  0
  
  1:30 PM
  
  Varna
  Central Bus Station
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $21
  
  A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/22/2026 1:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/22/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  14h 31m
  
  0
  
  9:45 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  11:16 AM
  
  Budapest
  Népliget Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 4/22/2026 9:45:00 PM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/23/2026 11:16:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 31m
Travel time is 1h 6m longer, but you will save $66

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Citylines	21h 0m	11:30 PM	Varna	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station		Economy	$98	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/22/2026 11:30:00 PM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/23/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $98 per person are available. Travel duration is 21h 0m
	Arda Tur	22h 40m	6:30 AM	Varna	Central Bus Station	4:10 AM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station		Economy	$113	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/22/2026 6:30:00 AM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/23/2026 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m

Did you know that if you travel from Varna to Budapest via Sofia, you can save more than $51? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Group Plus Ltd
  
  22h 46m
  
  0
  
  1:30 PM
  
  Varna
  Central Bus Station
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $21
  
  A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/22/2026 1:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/22/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  14h 31m
  
  0
  
  9:45 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  11:16 AM
  
  Budapest
  Népliget Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 4/22/2026 9:45:00 PM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/23/2026 11:16:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 31m
Travel time is 2h 46m longer, but you will save $51

Cheapest bus trips Friday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	28h 46m	4:00 PM	Varna	Central Bus Station	7:46 PM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station	Economy	$64	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/24/2026 4:00:00 PM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/25/2026 7:46:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 46m
FlixBus	28h 20m	4:00 PM	Varna	Central Bus Station	7:20 PM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station	Economy	$64	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/24/2026 4:00:00 PM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/25/2026 7:20:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 28h 20m
Arda Tur	22h 40m	6:30 AM	Varna	Central Bus Station	4:10 AM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station	Economy	$113	A Bus from Arda Tur goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/24/2026 6:30:00 AM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/25/2026 4:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $113 per person are available. Travel duration is 22h 40m
Citylines	45h 0m	11:30 PM	Varna	Central Bus Station	7:30 PM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station	Economy	$123	A Bus from Citylines goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/24/2026 11:30:00 PM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/26/2026 7:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $123 per person are available. Travel duration is 45h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Varna to Budapest via Sofia, you can save more than $17? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- Group Plus Ltd
  
  22h 46m
  
  0
  
  1:30 PM
  
  Varna
  Central Bus Station
  
  9:00 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Basic
  
  $21
  
  A Bus from Group Plus Ltd goes from Central Bus Station, Varna (Bulgaria) at 4/22/2026 1:30:00 PM to Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) arriving at 4/22/2026 9:00:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 7h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  14h 31m
  
  0
  
  9:45 PM
  
  Sofia
  Central Bus Station
  
  11:16 AM
  
  Budapest
  Népliget Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Bus Station, Sofia (Bulgaria) at 4/22/2026 9:45:00 PM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 4/23/2026 11:16:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 31m
Travel time is 1h 6m longer, but you will save $17

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Varna to Budapest is $49 on 4/19/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Varna and Budapest

See here how frequent the connections between Varna and Budapest are, during different times and days of the week.

Friday is the busiest day, with more than 6 daily buses from Varna to Budapest. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 1 daily coaches between Varna and Budapest.

The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 4 buses from Varna to Budapest, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Varna and Budapest, with 2 offers.

Facts about the bus from Varna to Budapest

Compare all providers like FlixBus, Arda Tur and Citylines that travel 2 times every day by bus from Varna to Budapest in one click! Book your bus ticket from Varna to Budapest starting from $49!

Cheapest Bus	$49
Fastest Bus	20h 0m
Earliest Bus	6:30 AM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	522.4 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus, Arda Tur and Citylines

Cheapest bus connections from Varna to Budapest

Every day, 2 buses from 3 bus companies leave Varna for Budapest: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 04/19

Monday 04/20

$113

Tuesday 04/21

$113

Wednesday 04/22

$98

Thursday 04/23

Friday 04/24

$64

Saturday 04/25

Sunday 04/26

Monday 04/27

$113

Tuesday 04/28

$113

Wednesday 04/29

$98

Thursday 04/30

Friday 05/01

$98

Saturday 05/02

Sunday 05/03

Monday 05/04

$113

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

$113

Saturday 05/09

Sunday 05/10

$51

Monday 05/11

$113

Tuesday 05/12

$113

Wednesday 05/13

$113

Thursday 05/14

Friday 05/15

$56

Saturday 05/16

The cheapest time to travel from Varna to Budapest

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Varna to Budapest, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $56, Friday is the cheapest day for a bus from Varna to Budapest. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $112.

Afternoon is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Varna to Budapest, with $64. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $112.

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

All bus stations and stops in Varna and Budapest

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

Central Bus Station

Varnenchik Street 158

Cathedral

bulevard "Saborni" 40

Népliget Bus Station

Könyves Kálmán körút 13

Clark Ádám tér

Ritz-Carlton

Erzsébet tér 9, 1051 9

Déli Pályaudvar Railway Station

Krisztina krt. 37a

Nyugati Railway Station

Nyugati tér 4

Service and Comfort on the bus from Varna to Budapest

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

FAQs about the Varna to Budapest bus

How much does a Varna Budapest bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $49 and takes 27h 46m to reach Budapest. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 3 companies with a range of ticket prices between $49 and $123. 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 Varna to Budapest each day?

Every day, the Varna to Budapest bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Varna to Budapest is offered by Citylines and takes 20h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $98. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Varna to Budapest?

The earliest bus arriving in Budapest from Varna starts at 6:30 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 Varna to Budapest?

The latest bus trip departing from Varna for Budapest starts at 11:30 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 Varna Budapest route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Varna and Budapest?

You can check all the direct connections between Varna 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, Arda Tur and Citylines.

What can I take with me on the Varna 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 Varna 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 Varna 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 Varna to Budapest on your planned travel date.

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

Economy

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

More bus routes to Varna and to Budapest

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Varna and to Budapest. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!