Budapest to Lake Balaton by private coach
≈ 130 km · ≈ 1 h 30 min driving
from HUF 95,000
A private coach from Budapest to Lake Balaton costs from HUF 95,000 one-way for a 33-seat vehicle. The trip is ≈ 130 km, about 1 h 30 min of driving.

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Estimated prices
| Vehicle | One-way | Round trip, same day | 2 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33-seat coach 25 large suitcases | from HUF 95,000 | from HUF 255,000 | from HUF 510,000 |
| 50-seat coach 45 large suitcases | from HUF 115,000 | from HUF 335,000 | from HUF 660,000 |
Estimates include driver, fuel and the tolls, parking and driver-hour rules for Hungary. The final price is confirmed after the availability check.
Local rules that change the price
- • The Castle District limits coach access; groups use designated drop-off points on both banks.
- • Coaches pay the HU-GO distance toll on motorways and main roads.
- • Coaches cannot drive up to Buda Castle; access to the Castle District needs a permit.
- • VAT on coach hire is 27%.
Budapest to Lake Balaton by coach: quick answers
How much is a charter bus from Budapest to Lake Balaton?
From HUF 95,000 one-way and from HUF 255,000 for a same-day round trip with a 33-seat coach; a 50-seat coach starts from HUF 115,000 one-way. These are estimated prices with driver, fuel, tolls and parking included; the final price is confirmed after the availability check.
How long does the coach take from Budapest to Lake Balaton?
About 1 h 30 min for ≈ 130 km, without traffic. Longer days add a second driver where driving-hours rules require it.