The average train between Zurich and Budapest takes 12h 22m and the fastest train takes 10h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich 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 Zurich and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 6:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 4:40 PM which arrives into Budapest at 9:05 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 12h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Zurich station and arriving at Budapest station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 22m.
Zurich to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.
Zurich to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Book your Zurich to Budapest train tickets online with Railjet and ÖBB EuroCity.
The distance between Zurich and Budapest is 788.6 km. The road distance is 1,022 km.
You can take a train from Zuerich Hb to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Wien Hbf in around 11h 5m.