The average train between Basel and Budapest takes 13h 48m and the fastest train takes 11h 55m. The train service runs several times per day from Basel to Budapest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Basel and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 5:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Basel is at 3:33 PM which arrives into Budapest at 9:02 AM. All services require a transfer at Zürich HB and take an average of 13h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Basel to Budapest? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Basel to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Basel station and arriving at Budapest station via Zürich HB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 48m.
Basel to Budapest train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.
Basel to Budapest train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Book your Basel to Budapest train tickets online with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Railjet and ÖBB EuroCity.
The distance between Basel and Budapest is 860.2 km. The road distance is 1,110 km.
You can take a train from Basel SBB to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Zürich HB, Zuerich Hb, and Wien Hbf in around 13h 19m.