How to travel from Dublin to Budapest, Hungary
The distance between Dublin and Budapest is around 1,947km (1,210 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 40m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Dublin to Budapest by plane, ferry, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Budapest → Dublin if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Dublin (DUB) to Budapest (BUD).
- Duration3h 40m
- Flight time2h 55m
- Typical costHUF 46,130($110)
+ 4 othersBus and Ferry
Take the bus to Belfast Glengall Street then take a ferry to Glasgow Buchanan then take the bus to London Victoria Coach Station then Prague Wilsonova and then to Budapest Kelenföld bus station.
- Duration1 day 20h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costHUF 62,195($150)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Holyhead then take the train to Newport (S Wales) then take a ferry to Arad then take the train to Budapest-Keleti.
- Duration1 day 22h
- Departstwice a week
- Typical costHUF 163,100($395)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Cherbourg then drive to Budapest.
- Duration1 day 11h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costHUF 193,990($470)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Dublin and Budapest
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Dublin to Budapest by plane, ferry, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around HUF 46,130 ($110) and will take around 3h 40m.
The distance between Dublin and Budapest is around 1,947km (1,210 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,895km (1,177 miles)
It takes around 3h 40m to get from Dublin and Budapest by plane.
The quickest way to get from Dublin to Budapest is to fly which takes around 3h 40m and will set you back approx HUF 46,130 ($110).
The cheapest way to travel between Dublin and Budapest is to fly which will typically cost around HUF 46,130 ($110) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Dublin and Budapest. We recommend that you fly from Dublin (DUB) to Budapest (BUD). instead which will take 3h 40m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Dublin and Budapest. We recommend that you fly from Dublin (DUB) to Budapest (BUD). instead which will take 3h 40m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Dublin and Budapest. Flights depart from Dublin (DUB) and arrive at Budapest (BUD). The flight takes around 2h 55m.
Yes there is a direct flight between Dublin and Budapest with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 2h 55m.
Ryanair, Aer Lingus, Lufthansa, Air France and British Airways fly between Dublin and Budapest. Flights depart from Dublin (DUB) and and arrive into Budapest (BUD). These flights usually take around 2h 55m.
The flight from Dublin to Budapest typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Dublin (DUB) and and arrive into Budapest (BUD).
The closest major airport to Budapest is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) (BUD) which is approximately 18km (11 miles) from Budapest.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Dublin to Budapest. We recommend that you fly from Dublin (DUB) to Budapest (BUD). instead which will take 3h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Dublin to Budapest is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 40m and will usually cost around HUF 46,130 ($110).
Compare travel optionsbetween Dublin and Budapest
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly | 3h 40m | HUF 46,130($110) | every 30 mins | 1,947km (1,210 miles) |
Bus and Ferry | 1 day 20h | HUF 62,195($150) | once daily | 2,982km (1,853 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 3 similar | 1 day 22h | HUF 163,100($395) | twice a week | 2,976km (1,849 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Bus | 1 day 16h | HUF 170,515($415) | once daily | 2,871km (1,784 miles) |
| Ferry to Holyhead, train and bus | 1 day 23h | HUF 144,565($350) | twice daily | 2,685km (1,668 miles) |
| Ferry to Holyhead, train and bus | 2 days 9h | HUF 131,800($320) | twice a week | 2,579km (1,603 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 1 day 11h | HUF 193,990($470) | 3 times a week | 2,549km (1,584 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Dublin and Budapest
Train operators
Transport for Wales
Romanian Railways (CFR)
Bus companies
Union Ivkoni
Eurobus SK
Airlines
Aer Lingus
Ferry operators
Irish Ferries
Stena Line
SC Latino Expres S.R.L.
Translink UK
Iuga Class Lux
Airports near Budapest
The following major airports near Budapest offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Hungary and internationally.
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
- Distance
- 18km (11 miles) from Budapest
Debrecen International Airport (DEB)
- Distance
- 193km (120 miles) from Budapest