Bus Kyiv – Budapest
from 3,510 ₴when bought online
21–22 hUpcoming buses Kyiv – Budapest
Live prices and seatsRoute at a glance
The Kyiv – Budapest bus takes 21–22 h (1100 km, via Zhytomyr, Vinnytsia and Zviahel). Up to 5 trips a day by 6 carriers, tickets from 3,510 ₴.
- on the road
- 21–22 h
- when bought online
- from 3,510 ₴
- trips a day
- up to 5
- carriers
- 6
Departs from
- A/c “Kyiv“, bilia zaliznychnoho vokzalu (S. Petliury, 32) platf…
Arrives at
- Avtobusna zupynka, terminal 2
A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email. The first bus leaves at 06:30, the last at 19:30. 6 of 7 trips run overnight.
Return trip: Budapest – Kyiv · from 2,535 ₴Kyiv – Budapest bus schedule
- 06:30Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vulytsia Symona Petliury, 32, platforma 3-407:30+1Terminal 2a, departure level
26h · Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun · D.M.D. Group
transfers: 1
- 06:30Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. Platform 308:00+1Будапешт Аеропорт Ференца Ліста Міжнародний аеропорт Ференса Ліста
26h 30min · daily · Pavluks Trans
transfers: 1
- 06:30AS (vul. Symona Petliury 32)23:00Törökbálint, Annahegyi pihenő, 2040
17h 30min · Thu · ТОВ «СВ СІТІ ТРАНС»
transfers: 1
- 06:50Дачна АС міська зуп. Перемоги пр. 142 Platform 208:00+1Будапешт Аеропорт Ференца Ліста Міжнародний аеропорт Ференса Ліста
26h 10min · daily · Pavluks Trans
transfers: 1
- 08:00A/c “Kyiv“, bilia zaliznychnoho vokzalu (S. Petliury, 32) platf 11-1704:30+1Avtobusna zupynka, terminal 2
21h 30min · Wed, Fri, Sat · EuroClub
- 12:30AS-ZLV, vul. Symona Petliury, 3213:10+1Busbahnhof Budapest Nepliget, Könyves Kálmán
25h 40min · Mon, Thu, Sun · ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС»
transfers: 1
- 19:30Avtostantsiia «Kyiv», vul. S. Petliury, 3220:30+1AZS (obyizna)
26h · Tue · Elin Trans
transfers: 1
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:30Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vulytsia Symona Petliury, 32, platforma 3-4 | 07:30+1Terminal 2a, departure level | 26htransfers: 1 | Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | D.M.D. Group |
| 06:30Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. Platform 3 | 08:00+1Будапешт Аеропорт Ференца Ліста Міжнародний аеропорт Ференса Ліста | 26h 30mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 06:30AS (vul. Symona Petliury 32) | 23:00Törökbálint, Annahegyi pihenő, 2040 | 17h 30mintransfers: 1 | Thu | ТОВ «СВ СІТІ ТРАНС» |
| 06:50Дачна АС міська зуп. Перемоги пр. 142 Platform 2 | 08:00+1Будапешт Аеропорт Ференца Ліста Міжнародний аеропорт Ференса Ліста | 26h 10mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 08:00A/c “Kyiv“, bilia zaliznychnoho vokzalu (S. Petliury, 32) platf 11-17 | 04:30+1Avtobusna zupynka, terminal 2 | 21h 30min | Wed, Fri, Sat | EuroClub |
| 12:30AS-ZLV, vul. Symona Petliury, 32 | 13:10+1Busbahnhof Budapest Nepliget, Könyves Kálmán | 25h 40mintransfers: 1 | Mon, Thu, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 19:30Avtostantsiia «Kyiv», vul. S. Petliury, 32 | 20:30+1AZS (obyizna) | 26htransfers: 1 | Tue | Elin Trans |
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-10-14. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Kyiv – Budapest route
The Kyiv – Budapest bus links Ukraine's capital with the Hungarian capital on the Danube — a handy option for tourists heading to the Széchenyi baths and the sights of Buda and Pest, and for travellers transiting onward into Western Europe. The route crosses the Ukrainian–Hungarian border in the Zakarpattia region, and the journey takes roughly 18–22 hours depending on the carrier, queues at the checkpoint and the number of stops. This page gathers the current schedule and fares from several carriers — compare options by departure time and duration.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Kyiv – Budapest bus trip?
Roughly 18–22 hours on the road. The exact time depends on the carrier, the number of stops and the queue at the Ukrainian–Hungarian border in Zakarpattia. Check the duration of each departure in the schedule above.
What documents do I need for the trip?
Hungary is in the Schengen Area, so you need a valid biometric international passport. Children need their own travel document. Keep passports handy: Ukrainian and Hungarian border guards check them at the crossing.
Can I continue from Budapest further into Western Europe?
Yes, Budapest is a convenient transit hub. From here it's easy to switch to buses or trains to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava and other cities. Many passengers take this trip as the first leg of a longer route into Western Europe.
Where does the bus depart from and arrive in Budapest?
Most Kyiv – Budapest services arrive at the central Népliget bus station — the city's main international terminal with metro access. The exact boarding point in Kyiv and arrival stop are shown in the details of your chosen departure.
How much is a Kyiv – Budapest ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 3,510 ₴ when bought online; the exact fare depends on the carrier and the date. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
How many buses run on the Kyiv – Budapest route?
The typical schedule has up to 5 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 06:30, the last at 19:30. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Kyiv – Budapest route?
Carriers on this route: D.M.D. Group, Pavluks Trans, ТОВ «СВ СІТІ ТРАНС», EuroClub, ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС», Elin Trans. The line-up depends on the travel date.
Are there overnight buses from Kyiv to Budapest?
Yes, 6 of 7 trips in the timetable run overnight.
How do I return a Kyiv – Budapest ticket?
A ticket bought online is returned on the order page in your account; one ordered as a guest, through our support team. How much comes back depends on the carrier’s rules and the time left before departure — you see the amount before you confirm. A reservation paid to the driver can be cancelled free of charge.
How much luggage can I take on the Kyiv – Budapest bus?
The carrier sets the luggage allowance: usually one suitcase in the hold and hand luggage in the cabin. The exact terms are in the trip details, and extra luggage, where the carrier sells it, can be added at checkout.