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

The cheapest way to get from Olten to Budapest is to train and bus via Dornbirn which costs 23 000 Ft - 80 000 Ft and takes 18h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olten to Budapest is to train and fly which takes 5h 4m and costs 37 000 Ft - 95 000 Ft.

Is there a direct train between Olten and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Olten to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Olten and arriving at Budapest-Kelenföld via Zürich HB and Vienna Meidling Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

How far is it from Olten to Budapest?

The distance between Olten and Budapest is 885 km. The road distance is 996 km.

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

The best way to get from Olten to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 12h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Olten to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Olten to Budapest train from?

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

Where does the Olten to Budapest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Olten to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Olten to Budapest is 996 km. It takes approximately 9h 54m to drive from Olten to Budapest.

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

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Where can I stay near Budapest?

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Olten to Budapest - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train

There are 7 ways to get from Olten to Budapest by train, plane, bus, night train, or car

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

Train to Zurich Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Olten to Zürich Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane ZRH - BUD
5h 4m
Ft 37,848–94,567
Train to Basel, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Olten to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane BSL - BUD
5h 24m
Ft 13,585–97,831
Train
1. Take the train from Olten to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Wien Meidlingtrain
3. Take the train from Vienna Meidling Train Station to Budapest-Kelenföldtrain
12h 45m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Olten to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Budapest Népliget bus stationbus FlixBus N191 / ...
16h 17m
Ft 32,562–53,165
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Olten to Zürich HBtrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to Buchs SGtrain Ec
3. Take the night train from Buchs Sg to Budapest-Kelenfoeldnighttrain En
16h 22m
Ft 85,062–202,165
Train, bus via Dornbirn
1. Take the train from Olten to Zürich Flughafentrain Ic5 / ...
2. Take the train from Zürich Flughafen to Dornbirntrain Rjx
3. Take the bus from Dornbirn to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
18h 6m
Ft 23,091–76,000
Drive 996 km
1. Drive from Olten to Budapestcar 996 km
9h 54m
Ft 60,941–88,025

Olten to Budapest by train and bus

17Weekly Services

16h 17mAverage Duration

Ft 32,562Cheapest Price

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Distance: 884.7 km
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Olten to Budapest-Kelenföld via Zürich HB, Wien Meidling, and Vienna Meidling Train Station in around 12h 45m.

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