What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Zürich Hbf?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Zürich Hbf is to night train which costs SFr 45 - SFr 60 and takes 13h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Zürich Hbf?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Zürich Hbf is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 210.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Zürich Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest station to Zürich Hbf station. However, there are services departing from Budapest Népliget bus station and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Zürich Hbf?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Zürich Hbf. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Zuerich Hb via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Budapest to Zürich Hbf?

The distance between Budapest and Zürich Hbf is 830 km. The road distance is 941.2 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Zürich Hbf without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Zürich Hbf without a car is to train which takes 12h 25m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 240.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Zürich Hbf?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Budapest to Zürich Hbf, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Zürich Hbf bus from?

Budapest to Zürich Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest Népliget bus station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Zürich Hbf train from?

Budapest to Zürich Hbf train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Zürich Hbf?

The best way to get from Budapest to Zürich Hbf is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs SFr 80 - SFr 210. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 110 - SFr 240 and takes 12h 25m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 80 - SFr 150 and takes 15h 14m.

Where does the Budapest to Zürich Hbf bus arrive?

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

Where does the Budapest to Zürich Hbf train arrive?

Budapest to Zürich Hbf train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Zürich Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Zürich Hbf is 941 km. It takes approximately 9h 11m to drive from Budapest to Zürich Hbf.

How do I get a train ticket from Budapest to Zürich Hbf?

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Where can I stay near Zürich Hbf?

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Budapest to Zürich Hbf - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Budapest to Zürich Hbf by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane BUD - ZRH
4h 8m
CHF 84–203
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hbnighttrain En
13h 54m
CHF 46–56
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbftrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
12h 25m
CHF 114–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest Népliget bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N882 / ...
15h 14m
CHF 81–141
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Basel, train
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Basel (BSL)plane BUD - BSL
2. Take the train from Basel SBB to Zürich HBtrain
5h 47m
CHF 58–257
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Zurich Airport
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbftrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane VIE - ZRH
6h 26m
CHF 99–300
Train via Bratislava
1. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati pu to Bratislava hl.st.train rj 270 / ...
2. Take the train from Bratislava hl.st. to Zürich HBtrain rjx 160
12h 45m
CHF 50–92
Drive 941.2 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Zürich Hbfcar 941.2 km
9h 11m
CHF 154–223

Budapest to Zürich Hbf by train

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Distance: 830.1 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Zürich Hbf, Switzerland?

Swiss, Austrian Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hb via Wien Hbf in around 12h 25m.

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