The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
7 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 39 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
354 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $32.
Of the 4 buses that leave Cluj-Napoca for Budapest every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 354 km distance in an average of 10 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.








Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $193.
Distance: 354 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average Price | $393 Average Price | $39 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 14m Average total duration 7h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 44m Average total duration 10h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cluj-Napoca to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cluj-Napoca to Budapest coaches for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 12:45 pm Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 8h16 | 9:01 pm Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 pm Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 8h40 | 9:25 pm Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 pm Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 7h45 | 8:30 pm Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 pm Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 7h15 | 3:15 am Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 pm Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany | 7h46 | 3:46 am Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:50 am Cluj-Napoca | 7h15 | 3:05 pm Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest
Buses from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $28 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 354 km distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 354 km |
Average bus duration 7h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Infobus, President Tour from Cluj-Napoca to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Cluj-Napoca to Budapest with FlixBus, Infobus, President Tour for as low as $28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cluj-Napoca to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cluj-Napoca to Budapest by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cluj-Napoca, Autogara Fany, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cluj-Napoca and Budapest
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
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