Bucharest Budapest Time Difference

What is the Time Difference Between Bucharest and Budapest?

Bucharest is 1 hour ahead of Budapest. Bucharest uses Eastern European Time (EET/EEST, UTC+2/+3) while Budapest uses Central European Time (CET/CEST, UTC+1/+2). When it's 12:00 PM in Bucharest, it's 11:00 AM in Budapest.

Both cities observe daylight saving time on the same schedule, so the 1-hour difference remains constant year-round.

Best Time to Call Budapest from Bucharest

Best calling time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Bucharest time. This corresponds to 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM in Budapest, covering standard business hours.

Bucharest and Budapest are neighboring Eastern European capitals with historical and cultural connections. Both are EU members and have growing tech and outsourcing industries. Direct flights connect them in about 1 hour.

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