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Budapest, Hungary → Arad, Romania

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Two ways to Travel from Budapest to Arad

Composite routes from Budapest to Arad

Cheapest
2 h 27 min
Car
262 km.
from $14
Other
2 h 27 min
Rideshare
262 km.
from $9.97

Transport providers

Train operators

ÖBB

Phone:
05 17 17
Website:
oebb.at/de/
Train from Budapest-Keleti to Arad
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.05–$82.80

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

Phone:
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Website:
mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Budapest-Keleti to Arad
Ave. Duration:
4h 17m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$15.29

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Budapest to Arad
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.50

Bus operators

Express Busline

Phone:
+373 789 18 888
Email:
Website:
busline.md/en/
Bus from Budapest to Arad,
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week

SC Latino Expres S.R.L.

Phone:
0040263701919
Email:
Website:
latinoexpres.ro/
Bus from Budapest to Arad,
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.87–$82.80

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Arad is to rideshare which costs $11.52 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Arad is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs $44.57 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Arad?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest and arriving at Arad, Autogara Transdara. Services depart six times a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Arad?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Budapest-Keleti and arriving at Arad. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Budapest to Arad?

The distance between Budapest and Arad is 265 km. The road distance is 263.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Arad without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs $51.09 - $70.65 .

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

The bus from Budapest to Arad, Autogara Transdara takes 4h including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Arad bus from?

Budapest to Arad bus services, operated by SC Latino Expres S.R.L., depart from Budapest station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Arad train from?

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

Train or bus from Budapest to Arad?

The best way to get from Budapest to Arad is to bus which takes 4h and costs $51.09 - $70.65 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Budapest to Arad bus arrive?

Budapest to Arad bus services, operated by SC Latino Expres S.R.L., arrive at Arad, Autogara Transdara station.

What is the time difference between Budapest and Arad?

Arad is 1h ahead of Budapest. It is currently 15:30 in Budapest and 16:30 in Arad.

Where does the Budapest to Arad train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Budapest to Arad?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Arad is 264 km. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Budapest to Arad.

Where can I stay near Arad?

There are 308+ hotels available in Arad. Prices start at $21.08 per night.

Can I share a ride from Budapest to Arad?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Budapest and Arad. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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