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 €27 - €80 and takes 7h 48m.

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 25m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Villach?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Villach. However, there are services departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Villach Hbf via Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 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 47m.

How far is it from Budapest to Villach?

The distance between Budapest and Villach is 624 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 47m and costs €28 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m 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 47m and costs €28 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €95 and takes 8h 55m, you could also fly, which costs €130 - €700 and takes 6h 43m.

Where does the Budapest to Villach bus arrive?

Budapest to Villach bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

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 25m 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 1422+ hotels available in Villach.

Budapest to Villach - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and shuttle

There are 9 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 Hbftrain Ec / ...
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Villach Hbftrain Rj / ...
6h 47m
€28–111
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Graz Hbftrain Ic
2. Take the train from Graz Hbf to Villach Hbftrain Rj / ...
7h 48m
€27–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platzbus 902 / ...
2. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Villach Hbfbus N456 / ...
8h 55m
€42–94
Drive 488.4 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Villachcar 488.4 km
5h 25m
€79–114
Fly Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Klagenfurt Airport
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Klagenfurt Airport (KLU)plane BUD - KLU
6h 43m
€133–686
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)plane BUD - VIE
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Villach Hbftrain
7h 11m
€92–323
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Klagenfurt Airport
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbftrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Klagenfurt Airport (KLU)plane VIE - KLU
6h 14m
€102–548
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly to Graz Airport, train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbftrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Graz Airport (GRZ)plane VIE - GRZ
3. Take the train from Graz Hbf to Villach Hbftrain
7h 8m
€114–363
Shuttle, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Budapest to Ljubljanashuttle Eurobusways
2. Take the train from Ljubljana to Villach Hbftrain 318 / ...
7h 30m
€66–105

Budapest to Villach by train

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6h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 623.7 km
Duration: 6h 47m

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 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Villach Hbf via Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz in around 8h 55m.

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