The average train between Budapest and Pau takes 35h 49m and the fastest train takes 31h 36m. There is at least one train per day from Budapest to Pau. 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 once daily between Budapest and Pau. The earliest departure is at 6:50 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Pau at 10:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 35h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
Arrives next day




31h 36m • 4 changes
Arrives +2 days




39h 2m • 4 changes
Arrives next day




35h 41m • 4 changes
Arrives +2 days




39h 2m • 4 changes
Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Pau? 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 Pau. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Pau station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 49m.
Budapest to Pau train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Pau train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Pau station.
Book your Budapest to Pau train tickets online with Railjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 4 other operators.
The distance between Budapest and Pau is 1,579.4 km. The road distance is 2,495 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Pau via Wien Hbf, Koeln Hbf, Paris Nord, Massy - Palaiseau, and Massy Tgv in around 22h 28m.