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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Budapest is to train and bus which costs 16 000 Ft - 60 000 Ft and takes 16h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs 34 000 Ft - 80 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Zurich station to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Zurich Bus Station and arriving at Astoria M via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 36m.

How far is it from Zurich to Budapest?

The distance between Zurich and Budapest is 832 km. The road distance is 939.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 10h 36m and costs 18 000 Ft - 60 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Zurich to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Budapest bus from?

Zurich to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Budapest train from?

Zurich to Budapest train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Zürich HB station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich to Budapest?

The best way to get from Zurich to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs 34 000 Ft - 80 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 18 000 Ft - 60 000 Ft and takes 10h 36m, you could also bus, which costs 29 000 Ft - 48 000 Ft and takes 14h 44m.

Where does the Zurich to Budapest bus arrive?

Zurich to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest Népliget bus station.

Where does the Zurich to Budapest train arrive?

Zurich to Budapest train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Zurich to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Budapest is 940 km. It takes approximately 9h 17m to drive from Zurich to Budapest.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Budapest?

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Fly Zurich Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane ZRH - BUD
4h 42m
Ft 34,105–75,673
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Dornbirntrain Rjx
2. Take the bus from Dornbirn to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
16h 25m
Ft 16,195–60,086
Train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Wien Hbftrain rjx 167
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Ec
10h 36m
Ft 18,848–58,531
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Budapest Népliget bus stationbus FlixBus N191 / ...
14h 44m
Ft 29,347–47,704
Drive 939.9 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Budapestcar 939.9 km
9h 17m
Ft 59,516–85,967
Train to Basel, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane BSL - BUD
6h 12m
Ft 23,089–102,825
Fly Zurich Airport to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane ZRH - VIE
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain
6h 45m
Ft 38,385–119,373

Zurich to Budapest by train

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10h 36mAverage Duration

Ft 18,848Cheapest Price

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Distance: 832.2 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

Swiss, Austrian Airlines, and Lufthansa fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zürich HB to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Wien Hbf in around 10h 36m.

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