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

The cheapest way to get from Kaunas to Budapest is to bus and train which costs 26 000 Ft - 47 000 Ft and takes 19h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kaunas to Budapest is to train and fly which takes 6h 12m and costs 19 000 Ft - 75 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Kaunas and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Kaunas to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Kauno autobusų stotis and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar via Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Kaunas and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Kaunas to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Kaunas and arriving at Budapest-Nyugati via Mockava and Warszawa Centralna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 10m.

How far is it from Kaunas to Budapest?

The distance between Kaunas and Budapest is 1030 km. The road distance is 1073 km.

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

The best way to get from Kaunas to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 19h 10m and costs 70 000 Ft - 280 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Kaunas to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kaunas to Budapest bus from?

Kaunas to Budapest bus services, operated by Kautra, depart from Kauno autobusų stotis station.

Where do I catch the Kaunas to Budapest train from?

Kaunas to Budapest train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Kaunas station.

Train, bus or fly from Kaunas to Budapest?

The best way to get from Kaunas to Budapest is to train which takes 19h 10m and costs 70 000 Ft - 280 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 40 000 Ft - 65 000 Ft and takes 21h 36m, you could also fly, which costs 28 000 Ft - 85 000 Ft and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Kaunas to Budapest bus arrive?

Kaunas to Budapest bus services, operated by Kautra, arrive at Vilniaus autobusų stotis station.

What is the time difference between Kaunas and Budapest?

Budapest is 1h behind Kaunas. It is currently 8:03 AM in Kaunas and 7:03 AM in Budapest.

Where does the Kaunas to Budapest train arrive?

Kaunas to Budapest train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Mockava station.

Can I drive from Kaunas to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Kaunas to Budapest is 1073 km. It takes approximately 12h 49m to drive from Kaunas to Budapest.

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

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Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 6764+ hotels available in Budapest.

Kaunas to Budapest - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Train to Vilnius Airport, fly
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1. Take the train from Kaunas to Vilniustrain
2. Fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane VNO - BUD
6h 12m
Ft 19,931–73,989
Train
1. Take the train from Kaunas to Mockavatrain 31 / ...
2. Take the train from Mockava to Warszawa Centralnatrain Ic
3. Take the train from Warszawa Centralna to Budapest-Nyugatitrain Ic
19h 10m
Ft 70,983–272,554
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kauno autobusų stotis to Vilniaus autobusų stotisbus M-361 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus N1301
21h 36m
Ft 40,191–64,091
Drive 1,073 km
1. Drive from Kaunas to Budapestcar 1,073 km
12h 49m
Ft 59,116–85,390
Fly from Kaunas
1. Fly from Kaunas (KUN) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane KUN - BUD
8h 24m
Ft 28,706–81,006
Car to Riga International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Kaunas Airport to Riga Airportcar
2. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane RIX - BUD
9h 29m
Ft 37,706–261,006
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kaunas to Warszawa Centralnabus 848103
2. Take the train from Warszawa Centralna to Budapest-Nyugati putrain Ic 131
19h 20m
Ft 26,034–46,695

Kaunas to Budapest by train

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19h 10mAverage Duration

Ft 70,983Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,029.5 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Kaunas, Lithuania and Budapest, Hungary?

You can take a train from Kaunas to Budapest-Nyugati via Mockava and Warszawa Centralna in around 19h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kauno autobusų stotis to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar via Vilniaus autobusų stotis and Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) in around 21h 36m.

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