The average train between Budapest and Žarnovica takes 6h 7m and the fastest train takes 4h 14m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest to Žarnovica. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Budapest and Žarnovica. The earliest departure is at 5:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 5:30 PM which arrives into Žarnovica at 7:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Sturovo and take an average of 6h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Žarnovica? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Žarnovica. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Žarnovica station via Sturovo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.
Budapest to Žarnovica train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Nyugati station.
Budapest to Žarnovica train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Žarnovica station.
The distance between Budapest and Žarnovica is 112.1 km. The road distance is 175 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Nyugati to Žarnovica via Sturovo and Levice in around 4h 36m.