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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Rajec is to train which costs €17 - €35 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Rajec is to drive which takes 3h 47m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Rajec?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Rajec. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Nyugati and arriving at Rajec via Bratislava Hlavna Stanica and Zilina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Budapest to Rajec?

The distance between Budapest and Rajec is 433 km. The road distance is 228.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Rajec without a car is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs €17 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Budapest to Rajec, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Rajec train from?

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

Train or bus from Budapest to Rajec?

The best way to get from Budapest to Rajec is to train which takes 6h 18m and costs €17 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €40 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Budapest to Rajec train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Budapest to Rajec?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Rajec is 228 km. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Budapest to Rajec.

Where can I stay near Rajec?

There are 406+ hotels available in Rajec.

Budapest to Rajec - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Budapest to Rajec by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati to Bratislava Hlavna StanicaEc
2. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Zilina43 / ...
6h 18m
€18–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to ŽilinaN1311
6h 38m
€15–37
Drive 228.2 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Rajec228.2 km
3h 47m
€35–50

Budapest to Rajec by train

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6h 18mAverage Duration

€18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 433 km
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a train from Budapest-Nyugati to Rajec via Bratislava Hlavna Stanica and Zilina in around 6h 18m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Žilina 4 times a week. Tickets cost €14–40 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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