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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Villach is to train which costs €25 - €110 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Villach is to drive which takes 5h 22m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Villach?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Villach Hbf. Services depart twice a week, and operate Monday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Villach?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Villach. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Villach Hbf via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Budapest to Villach?

The distance between Budapest and Villach is 621 km. The road distance is 488.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Villach without a car is to train via Vienna which takes 6h 41m and costs €28 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Budapest to Villach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Villach bus from?

Budapest to Villach bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Villach train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Villach?

The best way to get from Budapest to Villach is to train via Vienna which takes 6h 41m and costs €28 - €150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 6h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €100 - €440 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Budapest to Villach bus arrive?

Budapest to Villach bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Villach Hbf station.

Where does the Budapest to Villach train arrive?

Budapest to Villach train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Villach?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Villach is 488 km. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Budapest to Villach.

How do I get a train ticket from Budapest to Villach?

Book your Budapest to Villach train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Budapest to Villach?

Book your Budapest to Villach bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Villach?

There are 2295+ hotels available in Villach.

Budapest to Villach - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Budapest to Villach by train, bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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

Train via Vienna
best
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien HbfEc / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Villach HbfRj / ...
6h 41m
€28–146
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Graz HbfIc
2. Take the train from Graz Hbf to Villach HbfRj / ...
7h 49m
€25–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Villach Hbf1928
6h 55m
€35–80
Drive 488.4 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Villach488.4 km
5h 22m
€78–113
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Klagenfurt Airport
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Klagenfurt Airport (KLU)BUD - KLU
6h 52m
€101–433
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)BUD - VIE
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Villach Hbf
7h 8m
€92–317
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Klagenfurt Airport
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Klagenfurt Airport (KLU)VIE - KLU
6h 20m
€95–334
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Budapest to LjubljanaEurobusways
2. Take the train from Ljubljana to Villach Hbf318 / ...
7h 19m
€66–105

Budapest to Villach by train

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Distance: 621.5 km
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Villach, Austria?

You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Villach Hbf via Wien Hbf in around 6h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Villach Hbf twice a week. Tickets cost €35–80 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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