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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Zurich is to bus which costs SFr 75 - SFr 120 and takes 13h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 240.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Zurich?

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 and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 13h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Zuerich Hb. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 30m.

How far is it from Budapest to Zurich?

The distance between Budapest and Zurich is 832 km. The road distance is 941.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 10h 30m and costs SFr 120 - SFr 190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Budapest to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Zurich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Budapest to Zurich train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Zurich?

The best way to get from Budapest to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 120 - SFr 190 and takes 10h 30m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 75 - SFr 120 and takes 13h 45m.

Where does the Budapest to Zurich bus arrive?

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

Where does the Budapest to Zurich train arrive?

Budapest to Zurich train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Zurich?

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

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

Book your Budapest to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 1233+ hotels available in Zurich.

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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 33m
CHF 85–239
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Basel, train
cheapest
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 52m
CHF 56–223
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
10h 30m
CHF 120–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zurich Bus Stationbus 3909
13h 45m
CHF 75–120
Drive 941.9 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Zurichcar 941.9 km
9h 13m
CHF 158–227
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 42m
CHF 101–313
Train via Bratislava
1. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati pu to Bratislava hl.st.train rj 270 / ...
2. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
12h 14m
CHF 110–177

Budapest to Zurich by train

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Distance: 832.3 km
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Zurich, Switzerland?

Swiss, Lufthansa, and three other airlines fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Zurich Airport (ZRH) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Railjet operates a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich Hb once daily. Tickets cost CHF 120–190 and the journey takes 10h 30m.

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