Route guide

Oslo → Budapest

1482 km · Norway to Hungary · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €46+ by bus

How to travel from Oslo to Budapest

There are 4 ways to travel between Oslo and Budapest — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€104–307

Duration: 12h 21m

via Vy, MÁV

~21 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€46–124

Duration: 21h 10m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet

~41 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€94–298

Duration: 4h 29m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, Wizz Air

~231 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€178–326

Duration: 16h 28m

~252 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Oslo and Budapest highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1482 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Norway into Hungary. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Oslo to Budapest — every option in detail

Oslo to Budapest by train

Trains link Oslo (Norway) and Budapest (Hungary) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 12h 21m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Vy, MÁV.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €104 to €307. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 21 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 231 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~210 kg on this distance.

Oslo to Budapest by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Oslo and Budapest with a typical journey of 21h 10m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

Fares start from around €46 when booked in advance, rising to €124 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Oslo to Budapest by flight

Flights between Oslo and Budapest take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 29m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian, Wizz Air.

Typical fare range is €94–298. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 231 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Oslo to Budapest by car

The driving distance from Oslo to Budapest is approximately 1704 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 16h 28m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €178–326 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Norway–Hungary border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 252 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Oslo and Budapest is approximately 1482 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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