Frankfurt to Budapest by flight + bus + train
This route from Frankfurt to Budapest is not by plane the whole way: by flight, bus, train it takes about 16h 17m in total, run by Austrian Airlines, Local bus, MAV. A quicker option we found is bus, at 14h 50m.
A closer look at the Flight journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Observed fare
- €163
- Total journey
- 16h 17m
- Change
- 2 transfers
- Operator
- Austrian Airlines, Local bus, MAV
Checked Sep 24 · Not checked for your date
The journey, step by step
- 1Frankfurt am Main to Vienna International
Austrian Airlines1h 25mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Vienna International - 2Vienna International to BratislavaLocal bus1h 08m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Bratislava - 3Bratislava to Budapest
MAV2h 02mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Frankfurt to Budapest
FlixBus runs 24 scheduled departures a day, the first at 11:45 and the last at 18:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 24 | 11:45 | 18:35 |
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.
Flight facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the flight only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Good to know
- The Flight covers Frankfurt am Main to Vienna International. The rest of the journey is by bus, train.
Before you travel
Which airports?
The airports are in this record; the terminal, the gate and the trip to the airport are not. Confirm the terminal on your own ticket.
Check-in and security
The flight time covers the airborne part only. Allow separate time for reaching the airport, check-in, security and the journey on arrival.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | €44Omio catalogue, Sep 25 | 14h 50mdirect | See Bus details |
- Bus€44Omio catalogue, Sep 2514h 50m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
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 Fri, Sep 25
Frankfurt to Budapest by plane: common questions
How long does Frankfurt to Budapest take by plane?
The flight does not cover the whole route: flight + bus + train together take about 16h 17m, 2 transfers.
How much is a flight ticket from Frankfurt to Budapest?
The best price in our latest check was €163. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the flight from Frankfurt to Budapest?
Austrian Airlines, Local bus, MAV. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the flight or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 14h 50m. It is cheaper too, at €58.
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