Bus Essen to Budapest: Compare prices and save money

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.

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Sunday

$100

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Thursday

$81

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	20h 10m	1:15 PM	Essen	Central Station	9:25 AM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station	Economy	$100	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/26/2026 1:15:00 PM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/27/2026 9:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $100 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 10m
FlixBus	19h 45m	12:15 AM	Essen	Central Station	8:00 PM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station	Economy	$107	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/26/2026 12:15:00 AM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/26/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
FlixBus	20h 5m	1:40 AM	Essen	Central Station	9:45 PM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station	Economy	$107	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/26/2026 1:40:00 AM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/26/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
FlixBus	19h 30m	12:15 AM	Essen	Central Station	7:45 PM	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	$107	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/26/2026 12:15:00 AM to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/26/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 30m
FlixBus	19h 50m	1:40 AM	Essen	Central Station	9:30 PM	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	$107	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/26/2026 1:40:00 AM to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/26/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $107 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
FlixBus	19h 35m	12:55 PM	Essen	Central Station	8:30 AM	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	$81	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/30/2026 12:55:00 PM to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/31/2026 8:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $81 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 35m
FlixBus	19h 45m	12:15 AM	Essen	Central Station	8:00 PM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/30/2026 12:15:00 AM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/30/2026 8:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 45m
FlixBus	20h 5m	1:40 AM	Essen	Central Station	9:45 PM	Budapest	Népliget Bus Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/30/2026 1:40:00 AM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 5m
FlixBus	19h 30m	12:15 AM	Essen	Central Station	7:45 PM	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/30/2026 12:15:00 AM to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/30/2026 7:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 30m
FlixBus	19h 50m	1:40 AM	Essen	Central Station	9:30 PM	Budapest	Kelenföld Station	Economy	$82	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/30/2026 1:40:00 AM to Kelenföld Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/30/2026 9:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $82 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m

Did you know that if you travel from Essen to Budapest via Erlangen, you can save more than $9? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  20h 10m
  
  0
  
  1:15 PM
  
  Essen
  Central Station
  
  9:45 PM
  
  Erlangen
  Central Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $26
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Essen (Germany) at 7/28/2026 1:15:00 PM to Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) arriving at 7/28/2026 9:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 30m
- FlixBus
  
  11h 35m
  
  0
  
  9:50 PM
  
  Erlangen
  Central Station
  
  9:25 AM
  
  Budapest
  Népliget Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $46
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Central Station, Erlangen (Germany) at 7/28/2026 9:50:00 PM to Népliget Bus Station, Budapest (Hungary) arriving at 7/29/2026 9:25:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 35m
Travel time is 0h 40m longer, but you will save $9

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.

Sunday is the busiest day, with more than 17 daily buses from Essen to Budapest. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 17 daily coaches between Essen and Budapest.

The busiest time of the day is the Afternoon, with 10 buses from Essen to Budapest, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Essen and Budapest, with 8 offers.

Test cheapest views

The cheapest bus for the 7/21/2026 costs just $75, from FlixBus

Facts about the bus from Essen to Budapest

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 17 times every day by bus from Essen to Budapest in one click! Book your bus ticket from Essen to Budapest starting from $75!

Cheapest Bus	$75
Fastest Bus	19h 25m
Earliest Bus	12:15 AM
Latest Bus	10:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes	17 Ø
Distance	604.5 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Essen to Budapest

Every day, 17 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 07/24/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 07/19

Monday 07/20

Tuesday 07/21

Wednesday 07/22

Thursday 07/23

Friday 07/24

Saturday 07/25

Sunday 07/26

$100

Monday 07/27

Tuesday 07/28

Wednesday 07/29

Thursday 07/30

$81

Friday 07/31

Saturday 08/01

Sunday 08/02

$88

Monday 08/03

Tuesday 08/04

$75

Wednesday 08/05

Thursday 08/06

Friday 08/07

$100

Saturday 08/08

Sunday 08/09

$100

Monday 08/10

$82

Tuesday 08/11

Wednesday 08/12

Thursday 08/13

Friday 08/14

Saturday 08/15

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 $81, Thursday is the cheapest day for a bus from Essen to Budapest. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $88.

Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Essen to Budapest, with $75. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $90.

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.

Freiheit Bus Stop

Rathaus Bus Stop

Am Porschepl.

Central Bus Station

Süd Bus Station

Am Grugapark

Bredeney Bus Stop

Népliget Bus Station

Könyves Kálmán körút 13

Clark Ádám tér

Ritz-Carlton

Erzsébet tér 9, 1051 9

Mexikói út

Horvát Boldizsár u. 1

Kőbánya Kispest Station

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 $75 and takes 19h 35m 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 $75 and $126. 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 17 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 25m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $116. 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 12:15 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 10:35 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

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

More bus routes to Essen and to Budapest

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