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

The cheapest way to get from Warsaw to Budapest is to train which costs 10 000 Ft - 16 000 Ft and takes 11h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Warsaw to Budapest is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs 12 000 Ft - 46 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Warsaw and Budapest?

No, there is no direct bus from Warsaw to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar via Warsaw, Chopin Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Warsaw and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Warszawa Centralna and arriving at Budapest-Nyugati. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 5m.

How far is it from Warsaw to Budapest?

The distance between Warsaw and Budapest is 565 km. The road distance is 668.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Warsaw to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 11h 5m and costs 10 000 Ft - 16 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Warsaw to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Warsaw to Budapest bus from?

Warsaw to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Warsaw, Chopin Airport station.

Where do I catch the Warsaw to Budapest train from?

Warsaw to Budapest train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Warszawa Centralna station.

Train, bus or fly from Warsaw to Budapest?

The best way to get from Warsaw to Budapest is to fly which takes 3h 58m and costs 12 000 Ft - 46 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 10 000 Ft - 16 000 Ft and takes 11h 5m, you could also bus, which costs 13 000 Ft - 28 000 Ft and takes 13h 12m.

Where does the Warsaw to Budapest bus arrive?

Warsaw to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where does the Warsaw to Budapest train arrive?

Warsaw to Budapest train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Budapest-Nyugati station.

Can I drive from Warsaw to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Warsaw to Budapest is 668 km. It takes approximately 8h 53m to drive from Warsaw to Budapest.

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

Book your Warsaw to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 6613+ hotels available in Budapest.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Warsaw to Budapest by plane, train, bus, car, or shuttle

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane WAW - BUD
3h 58m
Ft 12,946–45,079
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Warszawa Centralna to Budapest-Nyugatitrain Ic
11h 5m
Ft 10,000–16,000
Bus
1. Take the bus from Warsaw, Chopin Airport to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus N1253
13h 12m
Ft 13,346–27,779
Drive 668.5 km
1. Drive from Warsaw to Budapestcar 668.5 km
8h 53m
Ft 37,717–54,480
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Warszawa Centralna to Krakówbus
2. Take the bus from Jubilat to Zakopane ZDAbus K1
3. Take a shuttle bus from Zakopane to Budapestshuttle
17h 10m

Warsaw to Budapest by train

7Weekly Trains

11h 5mAverage Duration

Ft 10,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 565.3 km
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Warsaw, Poland and Budapest, Hungary?

Wizz Air and LOT fly from Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) 5 times a day. Alternatively, PKP Intercity operates a train from Warszawa Centralna to Budapest-Nyugati once daily. Tickets cost Ft 10,000–16,000 and the journey takes 11h 5m.

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