There are 4 ways to get from Budapest to Topoľčany by train, bus or car
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Train • 4h 51m
3 alternative options
Train, bus • 5h 55m
Bus • 5h 55m
Drive • 2h 50m
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International entry into Slovakia from Hungary
- Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Hungary
Conditions of entry into Slovakia from Hungary
- There are no current restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Slovakia is currently allowed from Hungary.
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- Face masks are recommended
- There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
- There are no current restrictions
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Topoľčany is 917 222 682.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Topoľčany is recommended.
The social distance requirement in Topoľčany is 2 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 917 222 682.
No, returning to Hungary from Slovakia is currently allowed.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Topoľčany is to train which costs 3 300 Ft - 4 900 Ft and takes 4h 51m.
The quickest way to get from Budapest to Topoľčany is to drive which costs 12 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft and takes 2h 50m.
No, there is no direct bus from Budapest station to Topoľčany. However, there are services departing from Budapest Kelenföld bus station and arriving at Topoľčany via Bratislava and Nitra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.
No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Topoľčany. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Nyugati and arriving at Topolcany via Nove Zamky and Nitra. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.
The distance between Budapest and Topoľčany is 134 km. The road distance is 201.2 km.
The best way to get from Budapest to Topoľčany without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs 3 300 Ft - 4 900 Ft.
It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Budapest to Topoľčany, including transfers.
Budapest to Topoľčany bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest Kelenföld bus station.
Budapest to Topoľčany train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Nyugati station.
The best way to get from Budapest to Topoľčany is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs 3 300 Ft - 4 900 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 7 000 Ft - 13 000 Ft and takes 5h 55m.
- Distance: 134.4 km
- Duration: 4h 51m
What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Topoľčany, Slovakia?
You can take a train from Budapest to Topoľčany via Nove Zamky and Nitra in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Budapest to Topoľčany via Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy, Bratislava, and Nitra in around 5h 55m.
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Budapest-Nyugati to Nove Zamky
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 31m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €5 - €7
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Budapest-Nyugati to Sturovo
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 2m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €3 - €5
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
- Phone
- +421 24 48 58 188
- info@slovakrail.sk
- Website
- zssk.sk
Train from Nove Zamky to Nitra
- Ave. Duration
- 44 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €2 - €3
- Website
- Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)
- Regional 2nd Class
- €2 - €3
Train from Nitra to Topolcany
- Ave. Duration
- 52 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €1 - €3
- Website
- Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK)
- Regional 2nd Class
- €1 - €3
- Phone
- +43 (0)5 1717
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Budapest-Nyugati to Sturovo
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 2m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- ÖBB EuroCity
- Website
- arrivanz.sk
Bus from Sturovo - zel. st to Nitra
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- €5
- Schedules at
- arriva.sk
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Budapest Kelenföld bus station to Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €12 - €15
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Bratislava,,AS Mlynské Nivy to Nitra
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €7 - €9
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Website
- turancar.sk
Bus from Bratislava to Nitra
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 10m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Schedules at
- turancar.sk
- Phone
- 0650 958 958
- sadlc@sadlc.sk
- Website
- sadlc.sk
Bus from Bratislava to Nitra
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 27m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €4 - €7
- Schedules at
- sadlc.sk
- Phone
- +421 - (0)54 - 472 72 74
- slivtour@slivtour.sk
- Website
- slivtour.sk
Bus from Bratislava to Nitra
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 35m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €12 - €17
- Schedules at
- slivtour.sk
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More Questions & Answers
Budapest to Topoľčany bus services, operated by Turancar, arrive at Nitra station.
Budapest to Topoľčany train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Topolcany station.
Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Topoľčany is 201 km. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Budapest to Topoľčany.
There are four+ hotels available in Topoľčany. Prices start at €87 per night.