What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Semmering Pass?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Semmering Pass is to bus and train which costs €19 - €50 and takes 6h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Semmering Pass?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Semmering Pass is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Semmering Pass?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Semmering Pass. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenföld and arriving at Semmering via Wien Meidling. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Budapest to Semmering Pass?

The distance between Budapest and Semmering Pass is 342 km. The road distance is 296.4 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Semmering Pass without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Semmering Pass without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €15 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Semmering Pass?

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Budapest to Semmering Pass, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Semmering Pass train from?

Budapest to Semmering Pass train services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Budapest-Kelenföld station.

Where does the Budapest to Semmering Pass train arrive?

Budapest to Semmering Pass train services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Vienna Meidling Train Station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Semmering Pass?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Semmering Pass is 296 km. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Budapest to Semmering Pass.

How do I get a train ticket from Budapest to Semmering Pass?

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Where can I stay near Semmering Pass?

There are 308+ hotels available in Semmering Pass.

Budapest to Semmering Pass - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Budapest to Semmering Pass by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenföld to Vienna Meidling Train StationRegioJet RJ 1036 / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Meidling to SemmeringRj
4h 3m
€16–71
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz902 / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to GloggnitzCjx / ...
6h 21m
€19–49
Drive 296.4 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Semmering Pass296.4 km
2h 52m
€49–70
Fly, train
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)BUD - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Semmering
5h 5m
€87–271
Train via Budapest-Deli
1. Take the train from Budapest-Deli to Wien MeidlingIc
2. Take the train from Wien Meidling to SemmeringRj
4h 16m
€20–71
Train via Dör
1. Take the train from Budapest-Deli to GyoerRe
2. Take the train from Gyoer to SopronRe / ...
3. Take the train from Wiener Neustadt Hbf to SemmeringRj
6h 9m

Budapest to Semmering Pass by train

21Weekly Trains

4h 3mAverage Duration

€16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 341.6 km
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Semmering Pass, Styria, Austria?

You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenföld to Semmering via Vienna Meidling Train Station and Wien Meidling in around 4h 3m.

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