How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Budapest?

The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Budapest start from $61. The average price for this route is around $126. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Rome to Budapest?

The average bus trip duration from Rome to Budapest is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 516 miles (832 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Rome to Budapest route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RegioJet .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rome to Budapest?

The earliest bus departs from Rome to Budapest at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Budapest?

A bus trip from Rome to Budapest generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Rome to Budapest?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1058 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Budapest?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Rome to Budapest?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is RegioJet , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Budapest?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Rome to Budapest from $87 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Rome to Budapest on December 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		1:00pm	Rome Tiburtina Bus Station	20h 58m	9:58am	Kelenföld	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 7:08 PM CET.

Get from Rome to Budapest

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 1 hour 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

32bus per day

1d 1hAverage Duration

516 milesDistance

21kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Rome and Budapest?

Stops in Rome

A
Rome Tiburtina Bus Station
Largo Guido Mazzoni, 3, 00162 Roma, Italy
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B
Rome Ciampino Airport
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C
Rome Fiumicino Airport
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D
Castro Pretorio
Viale Castro Pretorio 76, 00185 Roma, Italy
E
Roma
F
Anagnina
Via Vincenzo Giudice, 00173 Roma RM, Italy

Stops in Budapest

A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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B
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
C
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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D
Budapest Airport
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E
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,632 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Flixbus Rome Budapest recent customer reviews

Busses and drivers etc were all good. What was disappointing was the long wait between busses for the various stages. Whilst I accepted this when I booked, I was very surprised and disappointed that there was no seating at the bus stop in Trieste. It was 9.00 pm drop off and just after midnight and very windy and cold where we had to wait three hours in what was basically a large shed. No shops or hotels were open so we couldn't buy food, drink or access to a toilet. Fortunately, I discovered a train station near the bus stop where we found some seating and shelter from the wind. We were lucky that the station hadn't closed down for the night however the toilet was locked up. The Bus companies should have advised when I booked the tickets. Again very disappointing and found it unbelievable that this would be okay.

Joseph V.

May 13, 2025

RegioJet

4/51,061 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

HU bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Rome to Budapest by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Rome to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Rome to Budapest start from $61. The average price for this route is around $126. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Rome to Budapest?
The average bus trip duration from Rome to Budapest is 1d 1h, covering a distance of 516 miles (832 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 18h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Rome to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 32 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Rome to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Rome to Budapest at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Rome to Budapest?
A bus trip from Rome to Budapest generates an estimated 21 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Rome to Budapest?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1058 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Rome to Budapest?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Rome to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Rome to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/15

$85

12/16

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12/18

$87

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12/20

$89

12/21

$101

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The cheapest trip from Rome to Budapest was searched and found on Dec 15, 2025 with a price of $85

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Rome to Budapest, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $85 to $228 for a bus ticket from Rome to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $87 which is on 2025-12-18.