Bus Lviv – Budapest
from 2,700 ₴
9–12 hThe Lviv – Budapest bus covers about 580 km, takes roughly 9–12 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance.
- Distance
- 580 km
- Travel time
- 9–12 h
Lviv – Budapest bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00AZS AMIC. Solonka | 15:00AZS | 9h | Wed | Elin Trans |
| 12:00zhd vokzal | 04:40avtovokzal Niplihet, platforma 27 | 16h 40min | Mon, Wed, Sat | SIM TRANS |
| 13:45Tsentralnyi avtovokzal Lviv, vul. Stryiska 109, platforma 4 | 23:00Törökbálint, Annahegyi pihenő, 2040 | 9h 15min | Thu | ТОВ «СВ СІТІ ТРАНС» |
| 14:45Avtovokzal, vul. Stryiska, 109 | 07:30Terminal 2a, departure level | 16h 45min | Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | D.M.D. Group |
| 15:30Holovnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal, ploshcha Dvirtseva, 1 (platnyi parkinh bilia vokzalu) | 07:30Terminal 2a, departure level | 16h | Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | D.M.D. Group |
| 16:00"Stryiskyi" avtovokzal, platforma №3 | 04:30Avtobusna zupynka, terminal 2 | 12h 30min | Wed, Fri, Sat | EuroClub |
| 22:30Zh/D vokzal, platna parkovka, vul.Chernivetska 21 | 13:10Busbahnhof Budapest Nepliget, Könyves Kálmán | 14h 40mintransfers: 1 | Mon, Thu, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 23:40KLR Bus Terminal, vul. Sknylivska 10, Sokilnyky | 13:10Busbahnhof Budapest Nepliget, Könyves Kálmán | 13h 30min | Mon, Thu, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» | LUX-REISEN BIS SP. Z O. O. |
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-07-21. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Lviv – Budapest route
The bus journey from Lviv to Budapest covers roughly 580 kilometres and takes between 9 and 12 hours, with much of that time spent at the border, since coaches cross at the Chop — Záhony checkpoint in Zakarpattia or transit via the Slovak route. Departure is usually from a Lviv bus station, while drop-off is in the heart of the Hungarian capital near key transport hubs. A ticket starts at around 2,700 UAH, and you pay the full amount by card online in hryvnia, so there are no extra charges handed to the driver en route. A valid biometric international passport is required to cross the frontier. The route is popular with labour migrants, students at Hungarian universities, families visiting relatives, and tourists heading off to enjoy the city's thermal baths and the Danube.
Frequently asked questions
How many hours is the Lviv to Budapest trip including the border?
The journey takes roughly 9 to 12 hours. The exact duration depends mainly on the queue at the Chop — Záhony crossing and overall traffic.
How do I pay for the Lviv to Budapest ticket?
Payment is made by card online in hryvnia when you book. You pay the full price upfront, so there is nothing extra to hand the driver during the trip.
What documents do I need to cross into Hungary?
You must have a valid biometric international passport to travel abroad. It is also wise to carry proof of the purpose of your trip in case border officers ask.
Are there night buses from Lviv to Budapest?
Yes, the route offers night departures, which many travellers choose to sleep along the way and arrive in Budapest in the morning. Check available trips in the search for your chosen date.
Where does the bus depart from and arrive in Budapest?
Departure is usually from a Lviv bus station, with drop-off in central Budapest near major transport hubs. Exact boarding and arrival points are shown in the details of each specific trip.
How many buses run on the Lviv – Budapest route?
The typical schedule has up to 5 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 06:00, the last at 23:40. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Lviv – Budapest route?
Carriers on this route: Elin Trans, SIM TRANS, ТОВ «СВ СІТІ ТРАНС», D.M.D. Group, EuroClub, ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС», ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» | LUX-REISEN BIS SP. Z O. O.. The line-up depends on the travel date.