What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Martin?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Martin is to bus and train via Zvolen which costs €17 - €30 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Martin?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Martin is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Martin?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Martin. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Nyugati and arriving at Martin via Bratislava Hlavna Stanica and Vrutky. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Budapest to Martin?

The distance between Budapest and Martin is 247 km. The road distance is 224 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Martin without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Martin without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 45m and costs €19 - €28.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Martin?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Budapest to Martin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Martin train from?

Budapest to Martin train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Nyugati station.

Train or bus from Budapest to Martin?

The best way to get from Budapest to Martin is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs €75 - €110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €18 - €95 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Budapest to Martin train arrive?

Budapest to Martin train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Bratislava Hlavna Stanica station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Martin?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Martin is 224 km. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Budapest to Martin.

Where can I stay near Martin?

There are 632+ hotels available in Martin.

Budapest to Martin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Budapest to Martin by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Banská BystricaN911 / ...
2. Take the train from Banska Bystrica to Martin934 / ...
4h 45m
€19–28
Bus, train via Zvolen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to ZvolenN911 / ...
2. Take the train from Zvolen Osobna Stanica to Martin930 / ...
5h 4m
€17–29
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati to Bratislava Hlavna StanicaEc
2. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Vrutky655 / ...
5h 50m
€75–106
Drive 224 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Martin224 km
3h 20m
€34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to ŽilinaN1311
6h 1m
€18–94

Budapest to Martin by bus, foot, and train

29Weekly Services

4h 45mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 246.8 km
Duration: 4h 45m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Martin, Slovakia?

You can take a train from Budapest-Nyugati to Martin via Bratislava Hlavna Stanica and Vrutky in around 5h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Žilina 5 times a week. Tickets cost €16–45 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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