How far is Bucharest from Budapest?

The driving distance from Bucharest to Budapest is approximately 822 km (510.8 miles) by road.

How long does it take to drive from Bucharest to Budapest?

The drive from Bucharest to Budapest takes approximately 9 hours and 14 minutes without stops.

What is the fuel cost from Bucharest to Budapest?

The estimated fuel cost for the Bucharest to Budapest drive is €74–€111 based on current diesel prices of €1.5/litre and 7L/100km consumption.

How much are the tolls from Bucharest to Budapest?

The estimated toll cost for a car driving from Bucharest to Budapest is about €18 (RO, HU) (motorway gates + vignettes). Together with fuel, the one-way trip starts from about €92.

Bucharest → Budapest

822 km 9h 14min from €74

Driving Distance

822 km

510.8 miles

Driving Time

9h 14m

554 min total

Fuel Cost (diesel)

€93

€74–€111

Avg Fuel Price

€1.50

RO/HU avg

Tolls (car)

€18

RO, HU

Fuel Cost (diesel)

Vehicle	Consumption	Fuel Needed	Diesel	Petrol	With Tolls
Efficient (6 L/100km)	6 L/100	49.3 L	€74	€78.9	€91.5
Average (7.5 L/100km)	7.5 L/100	61.7 L	€92.5	€98.6	€110
SUV (9 L/100km)	9 L/100	74 L	€111	€118.4	€128.5

* Estimated tolls: ~€18 (RO, HU)

Fuel prices updated: 07.07.2026

Stopping Points

Cities near Budapest

Popular Directions

From Bucharest

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To Budapest

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Driving from Bucharest to Budapest covers roughly 802 km to 842 km (511 miles). Expect the one-way fuel cost to range from €74 to €111, assuming an average fuel price of about €1.50 per liter and typical vehicle efficiency. The trip typically takes 9 to 10 hours depending on traffic and stops. Add about €18 in road tolls and vignettes (RO, HU), so the total one-way cost with fuel starts around €92.

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