What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Central Europe?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Central Europe is to train which costs 650 Kč - 850 Kč and takes 7h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Central Europe?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Central Europe is to drive which takes 5h 11m and costs 1 900 Kč - 2 900 Kč.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Central Europe?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Central Europe. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Nyugati and arriving at Nymburk Hlavni Nadrazi via Kolin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Budapest to Central Europe?

The distance between Budapest and Central Europe is 587 km. The road distance is 514.3 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Central Europe without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Central Europe without a car is to train which takes 7h 34m and costs 650 Kč - 850 Kč.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Central Europe?

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Budapest to Central Europe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Central Europe train from?

Budapest to Central Europe train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Nyugati station.

Where does the Budapest to Central Europe train arrive?

Budapest to Central Europe train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Kolin station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Central Europe?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Central Europe is 514 km. It takes approximately 5h 11m to drive from Budapest to Central Europe.

Where can I stay near Central Europe?

There are 233+ hotels available in Central Europe.

Budapest to Central Europe - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Budapest to Central Europe by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
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1. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati to Kolintrain Rj
7h 34m
Kč 680–849
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Praguebus 260 / ...
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Nymburk Hlavni Nadrazitrain Re / ...
9h 9m
Kč 1,209–1,913
Drive 514.3 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Central Europecar 514.3 km
5h 11m
Kč 1,956–2,825
Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, train
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)plane BUD - PRG
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Nymburk Hlavni Nadrazitrain
6h 8m
Kč 1,258–3,880
Train via Kolín
1. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati pu to Kolíntrain rj 272 / ...
7h 34m
Kč 709–1,292
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbftrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)plane VIE - PRG
3. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Nymburk Hlavni Nadrazitrain
7h 20m
Kč 2,294–7,092

Budapest to Central Europe by train and bus

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7h 34mAverage Duration

Kč 680Cheapest Price

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Distance: 587.3 km
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Central Europe, Central Bohemia, Czechia?

Railjet operates a train from Budapest-Nyugati to Kolin 5 times a day. Tickets cost Kč 1,800–2,700 and the journey takes 6h 14m. Hungarian Railways (MÁV) also services this route twice daily.

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