What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Switzerland?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Switzerland is to night train which costs SFr 45 - SFr 60 and takes 15h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Switzerland?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Switzerland is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 170.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Switzerland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 13h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Switzerland?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Switzerland. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Zürich Stadelhofen via Sargans and Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 37m.

How far is it from Budapest to Switzerland?

The distance between Budapest and Switzerland is 903 km. The road distance is 941.9 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Switzerland without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Switzerland without a car is to train which takes 11h 37m and costs SFr 130 - SFr 220.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Switzerland?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Budapest to Switzerland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Switzerland bus from?

Budapest to Switzerland bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Switzerland train from?

Budapest to Switzerland train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Switzerland?

The best way to get from Budapest to Switzerland is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs SFr 28 - SFr 170. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 130 - SFr 220 and takes 11h 37m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 70 - SFr 110 and takes 13h 45m.

Where does the Budapest to Switzerland bus arrive?

Budapest to Switzerland bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Budapest to Switzerland train arrive?

Budapest to Switzerland train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Sargans station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Switzerland?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Switzerland is 942 km. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Budapest to Switzerland.

How do I get a train ticket from Budapest to Switzerland?

Book your Budapest to Switzerland train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Budapest to Switzerland?

Book your Budapest to Switzerland bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Switzerland?

There are 1254+ hotels available in Switzerland.

Budapest to Switzerland - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 10 ways to get from Budapest to Switzerland by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly to Basel
best
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Basel (BSL)plane BUD - BSL
4h 19m
CHF 28–166
Fly to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)plane BUD - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Luganotrain
6h 15m
CHF 23–119
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Sarganstrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Sargans to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
11h 37m
CHF 134–211
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zurich Bus Stationbus 3909
13h 45m
CHF 70–110
Night train
1. Take the nighttrain from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hbnighttrain En
15h 3m
CHF 47–57
Fly to Zurich Airport
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BUD - ZRH
4h 28m
CHF 84–218
Fly to Geneva International Airport
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)plane BUD - GVA
4h 45m
CHF 73–228
Fly to Il Caravaggio International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Il Caravaggio International Airport (BGY)plane BUD - BGY
2. Take the bus from Milan Bergamo Orio al Serio Airport to Piazza Luigi di Savoiabus
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Luganotrain
6h 44m
CHF 55–243
Train via Vienna
1. Take the train from Budapest-Deli to Wien Hbftrain Ic
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
12h 50m
CHF 113–169
Drive 941.9 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Zurichcar 941.9 km
9h 13m
CHF 158–229

Budapest to Switzerland by train

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Distance: 902.8 km
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Switzerland?

Wizz Air, easyJet, and three other airlines fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Basel (BSL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zürich Stadelhofen via Sargans, Zuerich Hb, and Zürich HB in around 11h 37m.

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