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

The cheapest way to get from Geneva to Budapest is to bus which costs 36 000 Ft - 60 000 Ft and takes 18h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Geneva to Budapest is to fly which takes 2h 28m and costs 32 000 Ft - 70 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Geneva and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Geneva to Budapest station. However, there are services departing from Geneva and arriving at Budapest Népliget bus station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Geneva and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Geneva to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Genève and arriving at Budapest-Kelenföld via Zürich HB and Vienna Meidling Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 2m.

How far is it from Geneva to Budapest?

The distance between Geneva and Budapest is 1024 km. The road distance is 1214 km.

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

The best way to get from Geneva to Budapest without a car is to train via Vienna which takes 15h 2m and costs 55 000 Ft - 150 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 2h 28m to get from Geneva to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Budapest bus from?

Geneva to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Geneva station.

Where do I catch the Geneva to Budapest train from?

Geneva to Budapest train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Genève station.

Train, bus or fly from Geneva to Budapest?

The best way to get from Geneva to Budapest is to fly which takes 2h 28m and costs 32 000 Ft - 70 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train via Vienna, which costs 55 000 Ft - 150 000 Ft and takes 15h 2m, you could also bus, which costs 36 000 Ft - 60 000 Ft and takes 18h 32m.

Where does the Geneva to Budapest bus arrive?

Geneva to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest Népliget bus station.

Where does the Geneva to Budapest train arrive?

Geneva to Budapest train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Geneva to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Geneva to Budapest is 1214 km. It takes approximately 11h 57m to drive from Geneva to Budapest.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Budapest?

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Geneva to Budapest - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane GVA - BUD
2h 28m
Ft 32,057–66,798
Train via Vienna
1. Take the train from Genève to Zürich HBtrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Wien Meidlingtrain
3. Take the train from Vienna Meidling Train Station to Budapest-Kelenföldtrain
15h 2m
Ft 56,082–140,869
Bus
1. Take the bus from Geneva to Budapest Népliget bus stationbus FlixBus N882 / ...
18h 32m
Ft 36,403–59,358
Drive 1,214 km
1. Drive from Geneva to Budapestcar 1,214 km
11h 57m
Ft 77,669–112,188
Train
1. Take the train from Genève to St. Gallentrain Ic1 / ...
2. Take the train from St. Gallen(Ch) to Dornbirntrain Rjx
3. Take the train from Dornbirn to Budapest-Keletitrain Rjx
17h 46m
Ft 99,591–229,986

Geneva to Budapest by bus and subway

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Distance: 1,024.3 km
Duration: 2h 28m

What companies run services between Geneva, Switzerland and Budapest, Hungary?

easyJet, Swiss, and two other airlines fly from Geneva International Airport (GVA) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Genève to Budapest-Kelenföld via Zürich HB, Wien Meidling, and Vienna Meidling Train Station in around 15h 2m.

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