How to get from Budapest to Brussels
- 1132 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 2h 05m
- 4 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
2h 05m
direct
Flight
€383
Cheapest
18h 36m
1 transfer
Bus + Train
€84
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 5 Oct 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Budapest to Brussels. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 2h 05m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 1132 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 4, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
1132 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €383Checked Oct 4 | 2h 05mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €40Omio catalogue, Oct 6 | 22h 45mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€383Checked Oct 42h 05m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€40Omio catalogue, Oct 622h 45m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Budapest to Brussels: cheapest or fastest?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Budapest Ferenc Liszt → Brussels Airportflight
Brussels Airlines·2h 05m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Budapest to Brussels
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€24November 2026
€19Departures from Budapest to Brussels
FlixBus runs 4 scheduled departures a day, the first at 17:30 and the last at 18:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 4 | 17:30 | 18:30 |
All departures
- 17:30
- 18:30
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Oct 6
Operators seen on these journeys
Brussels AirlinesBudapest Ferenc Liszt-Brussels AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusBudapest-Cologne, Budapest-Bruxelles MidiBook →
Deutsche BahnCologne-Bruxelles MidiBook →On this route you travel with Brussels Airlines, FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Budapest to Brussels works
Start with a Brussels Airlines flight from Budapest to Brussels, about 2h 5m. In total it's roughly €383 over 2h 5m, direct, no transfers.
Budapest to Brussels: common questions
How long does it take to get from Budapest to Brussels?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 2h 05m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Budapest to Brussels?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 17:30 and the last at 18:30, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Budapest to Brussels?
4 a day with FlixBus, between 17:30 and 18:30.
How far is Brussels from Budapest?
About 1132 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Budapest to Brussels cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €383. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Budapest to Brussels?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 2h 05m.
How long is the flight from Budapest to Brussels?
About 2h 05m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Budapest and Brussels?
Budapest is BUD and Brussels is BRU, so this route is usually written BUD to BRU.
Which operators run Budapest to Brussels?
On this route you travel with Brussels Airlines, FlixBus, Deutsche Bahn.
Can you get from Budapest to Brussels without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 13h 55m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Brussels?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Brussels Airlines
Route calculated: 5 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 4 Oct 2026