What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Balaton Sound?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Balaton Sound is to train which costs 2 100 Ft - 2 500 Ft and takes 1h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Balaton Sound?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Balaton Sound is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs 6 500 Ft - 10 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Balaton Sound?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Újbuda-központ and arriving at Zamárdi, Kecskeméti utca. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Balaton Sound?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Budapest-Deli and arriving at Zamardi. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Budapest to Balaton Sound?

The distance between Budapest and Balaton Sound is 125 km. The road distance is 115.6 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Balaton Sound without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Balaton Sound without a car is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs 2 100 Ft - 2 500 Ft.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Balaton Sound?

The train from Budapest-Deli to Zamardi takes 1h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Balaton Sound bus from?

Budapest to Balaton Sound bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Balaton Sound train from?

Budapest to Balaton Sound train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Deli station.

Train or bus from Budapest to Balaton Sound?

The best way to get from Budapest to Balaton Sound is to train which takes 1h 46m and costs 2 100 Ft - 2 500 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus via Siófok, which costs 4 100 Ft - 6 000 Ft and takes 2h 18m.

Where does the Budapest to Balaton Sound bus arrive?

Budapest to Balaton Sound bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Siófok station.

Where does the Budapest to Balaton Sound train arrive?

Budapest to Balaton Sound train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Zamardi station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Balaton Sound?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Balaton Sound is 116 km. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Budapest to Balaton Sound.

Where can I stay near Balaton Sound?

There are 2495+ hotels available in Balaton Sound.

Budapest to Balaton Sound - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Budapest to Balaton Sound by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Budapest-Deli to ZamardiIc / ...
1h 46m
Ft 2,100–2,500
Bus via Siófok
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to SiófokN403 / ...
2h 18m
Ft 4,100–6,000
Drive 115.6 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Balaton Sound115.6 km
1h 7m
Ft 6,680–9,648
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Budapest to Balaton Sound115.6 km
1h 7m
Ft 47,000–60,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Újbuda-központ to Zamárdi, Kecskeméti utca1174
2h 51m

Budapest to Balaton Sound by train and foot

140Weekly Services

1h 46mAverage Duration

Ft 2,100Cheapest Price

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Distance: 124.7 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Balaton Sound, Hungary?

Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Budapest-Deli to Zamardi hourly. Tickets cost Ft 2,100–2,500 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Siófok 3 times a day. Tickets cost Ft 4,100–6,000 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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