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

The cheapest way to get from Szombathely to Budapest is to train which costs 5 500 Ft - 31 000 Ft and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Szombathely to Budapest is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs 12 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Szombathely and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Szombathely to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Szombathely and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar via Győr bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Szombathely and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Szombathely and arriving at Budapest-Keleti. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Szombathely to Budapest?

The distance between Szombathely and Budapest is 240 km. The road distance is 220.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Szombathely to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs 5 500 Ft - 31 000 Ft.

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

The train from Szombathely to Budapest-Keleti takes 2h 34m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Szombathely to Budapest bus from?

Szombathely to Budapest bus services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Szombathely station.

Where do I catch the Szombathely to Budapest train from?

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

Train or bus from Szombathely to Budapest?

The best way to get from Szombathely to Budapest is to train which takes 2h 34m and costs 5 500 Ft - 31 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 32m.

Where does the Szombathely to Budapest bus arrive?

Szombathely to Budapest bus services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Gyoer station.

Where does the Szombathely to Budapest train arrive?

Szombathely to Budapest train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Budapest-Keleti station.

Can I drive from Szombathely to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Szombathely to Budapest is 221 km. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Szombathely to Budapest.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 7431+ hotels available in Budapest.

Szombathely to Budapest - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Szombathely to Budapest by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Szombathely to Budapest-KeletiIc / ...
2h 34m
Ft 5,500–31,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Szombathely, autóbusz-állomás to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
3h 32m
Drive 220.9 km
1. Drive from Szombathely to Budapest220.9 km
2h 9m
Ft 12,752–18,419
Bus via Dör
1. Take the bus from Szombathely to Gyoer251 / ...
2. Take the bus from Győr bus station to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar902 / ...
4h 5m

Szombathely to Budapest by train

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2h 34mAverage Duration

Ft 5,500Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.3 km
Duration: 2h 34m

What companies run services between Szombathely, Hungary and Budapest, Hungary?

Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Szombathely to Budapest-Keleti every 4 hours. Tickets cost Ft 4,100–4,700 and the journey takes 2h 34m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Romfour operates a bus from Szombathely, autóbusz-állomás to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar once daily, and the journey takes 3h 19m.

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