The average train between Zug and Budapest takes 17h 23m and the fastest train takes 12h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Zug 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 Zug and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 10:01 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zug is at 11:01 PM which arrives into Budapest at 9:02 PM. All services require a transfer at Zuerich Hb and take an average of 17h 23m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Zug 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 Zug to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Zug station and arriving at Budapest station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 23m.
Zug to Budapest train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Zuerich Hb station.
Zug to Budapest train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Book your Zug to Budapest train tickets online with Trenitalia EuroCity, Railjet and ÖBB EuroCity.
The distance between Zug and Budapest is 793.2 km. The road distance is 1,082 km.
You can take a train from Zug(Ch) to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Zuerich Hb and Wien Hbf in around 12h 55m.