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

The cheapest way to get from Zurich to Budapest is to bus which costs 18 000 Ft - 27 000 Ft and takes 13h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Zurich to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 31m and costs 35 000 Ft - 80 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Zurich and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Zurich Bus Station station and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Zurich and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Zurich to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Zuerich Hb and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 6m.

How far is it from Zurich to Budapest?

The distance between Zurich and Budapest is 832 km. The road distance is 940.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Zurich to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 11h 6m and costs 43 000 Ft - 85 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Zurich to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Budapest bus from?

Zurich to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Zurich Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Zurich to Budapest train from?

Zurich to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Zuerich Hb station.

Train, bus or fly from Zurich to Budapest?

The best way to get from Zurich to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 31m and costs 35 000 Ft - 80 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 43 000 Ft - 85 000 Ft and takes 11h 6m, you could also bus, which costs 18 000 Ft - 27 000 Ft and takes 13h 20m.

Where does the Zurich to Budapest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Zurich to Budapest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Zurich to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Zurich to Budapest is 941 km. It takes approximately 9h 12m to drive from Zurich to Budapest.

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

Book your Zurich to Budapest train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Zurich to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 6528+ hotels available in Budapest.

Zurich to Budapest - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 8 ways to get from Zurich to Budapest by plane, train, bus, night train, car, or car train

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

Fly from Zurich Airport
best
1. Fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane ZRH - BUD
4h 31m
Ft 35,362–75,472
Train to Basel, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
2. Fly from Basel (BSL) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane BSL - BUD
5h 35m
Ft 15,307–57,162
Train
1. Take the train from Zuerich Hb to Wien Hbftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Ec
11h 6m
Ft 43,201–80,282
Bus
1. Take the bus from Zurich Bus Station to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus 882 / ...
13h 20m
Ft 18,000–27,000
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to St. Margrethen SGtrain Ir13 / ...
2. Take the night train from St. Margrethen Sg to Budapest-Kelenfoeldnighttrain En
14h 4m
Ft 75,088–113,595
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Zürich HB to Bregenztrain Ec
2. Take the bus from Bregenz to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus
16h 10m
Ft 25,969–39,574
Drive 940.5 km
1. Drive from Zurich to Budapestcar 940.5 km
9h 12m
Ft 60,608–87,544
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Zurich to München Ostcar
2. Take the car train from München Ost to Salzburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Salzburg Hbf to Budapestcar
9h
Ft 86,691–116,442

Zurich to Budapest by train

41Weekly Trains

11h 6mAverage Duration

Ft 43,201Cheapest Price

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Distance: 832.2 km
Duration: 4h 31m

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

Swiss, Air Dolomiti, and two other airlines fly from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zuerich Hb to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Wien Hbf in around 11h 6m.

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