The average train between Budapest and Nice takes 26h 2m and the fastest train takes 19h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest to Nice. 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 twice daily between Budapest and Nice. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 9:55 AM which arrives into Nice at 2:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 26h 2m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Nice? 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 Budapest to Nice. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Nice station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 2m.
Budapest to Nice train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Nice train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Ventimiglia station.
Book your Budapest to Nice train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Railjet and 4 other operators.
The distance between Budapest and Nice is 1,007.2 km. The road distance is 1,495 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Nice-Ville via Wien Hbf, Venezia Mestre, Milano Centrale, and Ventimiglia in around 19h 23m.