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

The cheapest way to get from Trieste to Budapest is to bus and train which costs 10 000 Ft - 15 000 Ft and takes 10h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trieste to Budapest is to drive which takes 5h 37m and costs 28 000 Ft - 42 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Trieste and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Trieste and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Trieste and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Trieste to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Trieste Centrale and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Trieste to Budapest?

The distance between Trieste and Budapest is 562 km. The road distance is 525.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Trieste to Budapest without a car is to bus via Maribor which takes 7h 32m and costs 90 000 Ft - 220 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m to get from Trieste to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Budapest bus from?

Trieste to Budapest bus services, operated by GoOpti, depart from Trieste Centrale station.

Where do I catch the Trieste to Budapest train from?

Trieste to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Trieste Centrale station.

Train or bus from Trieste to Budapest?

The best way to get from Trieste to Budapest is to bus via Maribor which takes 7h 32m and costs 90 000 Ft - 220 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train via Vienna, which costs 35 000 Ft - 80 000 Ft and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Trieste to Budapest bus arrive?

Trieste to Budapest bus services, operated by GoOpti, arrive at Maribor, Avtobusna Postaja station.

Where does the Trieste to Budapest train arrive?

Trieste to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Trieste to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Trieste to Budapest is 525 km. It takes approximately 5h 37m to drive from Trieste to Budapest.

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

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

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Trieste to Budapest - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, shuttle, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Trieste to Budapest by bus, train, car, shuttle, or plane

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Bus via Maribor
best
1. Take the bus from Trieste Centrale to Maribor, Avtobusna Postajabus
2. Take the bus from Maribor bus station to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus 403 / ...
7h 32m
Ft 91,101–212,292
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Ljubljana bus stationbus 402 / ...
2. Take the train from Ljubljana to Budapest-Delitrain Ic
10h 19m
Ft 10,366–14,508
Train via Vienna
1. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Ec
9h 55m
Ft 35,297–77,382
Drive 525.3 km
1. Drive from Trieste to Budapestcar 525.3 km
5h 37m
Ft 28,850–41,672
Shuttle to Venice Marco Polo Airport, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Veneziashuttle
2. Fly from Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane VCE - BUD
5h 58m
Ft 73,718–203,322
Bus, train via Maribor
1. Take the bus from Trieste Centrale to Maribor, Avtobusna Postajabus
2. Take the bus from Maribor bus station to Siófokbus
3. Take the train from Siofok to Budapest-Delitrain Ic / ...
8h 1m
Ft 96,601–220,292
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trieste to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus 977 / ...
8h 10m
Ft 14,000–24,000
Train
1. Take the train from Koper to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain 1247
14h 9m
Ft 51,367–77,007
Shuttle to Klagenfurt Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport, train
1. Take a shuttle bus from Trieste Centrale to Klagenfurt Flughafenshuttle
2. Fly from Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane KLU - VIE
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain
7h 36m
Ft 97,405–279,817
Train to Treviso Airport, fly to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
1. Take the train from Trieste Centrale to Treviso Centraletrain
2. Fly from Treviso Airport (TSF) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane TSF - BUD
7h 19m
Ft 21,310–69,908

Trieste to Budapest by train

7Weekly Trains

9h 55mAverage Duration

Ft 35,297Cheapest Price

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Distance: 562.1 km
Duration: 7h 32m

What companies run services between Trieste, Italy and Budapest, Hungary?

You can take a bus from Trieste Centrale to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar via Maribor, Avtobusna Postaja and Maribor bus station in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Trieste Centrale to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Wien Hbf in around 9h 55m.

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