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 €24 - €65 and takes 5h 57m.

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 53m and costs €45 - €75.

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-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Semmering via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Budapest to Semmering Pass?

The distance between Budapest and Semmering Pass is 345 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 and costs €19 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 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 Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Where does the Budapest to Semmering Pass train arrive?

Budapest to Semmering Pass train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Wien Hbf 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 53m 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 349+ 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-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbftrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Semmeringtrain Rj
4h
€20–129
Train via Budapest-Deli
cheapest
1. Take the train from Budapest-Deli to Wien Meidlingtrain Ic
2. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Semmeringtrain Rj
4h 3m
€19–63
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platzbus 902 / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Gloggnitztrain Cjx / ...
5h 57m
€25–61
Drive 296.4 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Semmering Passcar 296.4 km
2h 53m
€49–71
Fly, train
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BUD - VIE
2. Take the train from Flughafen Wien to Semmeringtrain
4h 29m
€73–197
Train via Sopron
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Soprontrain Ic
2. Take the train from Wiener Neustadt Hbf to Semmeringtrain Rj
4h 55m

Budapest to Semmering Pass by train

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Distance: 344.8 km
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Semmering via Wien Hbf in around 4h.

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