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

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

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 28m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 200.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Zurich?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Zurich station. However, there are services departing from Astoria M and arriving at Zurich Bus Station via Budapest Népliget bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Zurich?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Zurich. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Zürich HB via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 17m.

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 11h 17m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m 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 bus station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Zurich train from?

Budapest to Zurich train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), 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 28m and costs SFr 85 - SFr 200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs SFr 45 - SFr 150 and takes 11h 17m, you could also bus, which costs SFr 75 - SFr 140 and takes 15h 8m.

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 Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Wien Hbf 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?

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

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Where can I stay near Zurich?

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Budapest to Zurich - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

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There are 8 ways to get from Budapest to Zurich 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 28m
CHF 85–195
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 Zürich HBtrain rjx 160
11h 17m
CHF 49–150
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest Népliget bus station to Zurich Bus Stationbus FlixBus N882 / ...
15h 8m
CHF 76–131
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 59–262
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 46m
CHF 100–302
Train via Budapest-Deli
1. Take the train from Budapest-Deli to Wien Hbftrain Ic
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich Hbtrain Rjx
12h 47m
CHF 115–172
Drive 941.9 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Zurichcar 941.9 km
9h 13m
CHF 154–222

Budapest to Zurich by train

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Distance: 832.1 km
Duration: 4h 28m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Zurich, 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 Zürich HB via Wien Hbf in around 11h 17m.

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