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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Cluj | Könyves Kálmán | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Cluj | Budapest Airport (BUD) | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Cluj | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cluj | Könyves Kálmán | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Cluj | Kelenföld | No tags |
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Get from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
The journey takes about 8 hours 16 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 411, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cluj-Napoca and Budapest?
Stops in Cluj-Napoca
- A
3 Strada Giordano Bruno
3 Strada Giordano Bruno, 400000 Cluj-Napoca, Romania - BStrada Septimiu Mureșan 5, Cluj-Napoca 400000, Romania
- C
Strada Fabricii de Zahăr 105
Strada Fabricii de Zahăr 105, Cluj-Napoca 400000, Romania - D
Strada Ion Vidu 7
Strada Ion Vidu 7, Cluj-Napoca 400000, Romania - E
Strada Căii Ferate
Strada Căii Ferate 2, Cluj-Napoca 400000, Romania
Stops in Budapest
- BBudapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
- C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - DBudapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
- EKönyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
- F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Based on 12162 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained about the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 411
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest start at R 411. The average price for this route is around R 531. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?
The average bus journey time from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest is 8h 16m, covering a distance of 335 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 7h 15m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cluj-Napoca to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest at 02:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest?
A bus trip from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest was searched and found on 02 Feb 2026 with a price of R 410To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 410 to R 2 043 for a bus ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 410, which is on 2026-02-02.
