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398 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Budapest to Žalec

Cheapest
3 h 43 min
Car
398 km.
from $21
Other
7 h 7 min
324 km.
from $63.26

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Budapest-Kelenföld to Maribor
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$47.13

Eurobusways

Phone:
+36 70 282 1827
Email:
Website:
eurobusways.com/
Bus from Budapest to Maribor
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$63.69–$95.53

Nomago

Phone:
+386 1 431 77 00
Email:
Website:
nomago.si/
Bus from Avtobusna postaja Maribor to Žalec
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.92–$21.65

Avtobusni Promet Murska Sobota D.D.

Phone:
+386 2 530 16 00
Email:
Website:
apms.si/
Bus from Avtobusna postaja Maribor to Žalec
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55

Izletnik Celje D.O.O.

Phone:
+386 3 425 34 00
Email:
Website:
nomago.si/
Bus from Avtobusna postaja Maribor to Žalec
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Once daily

Train operators

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

Phone:
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Website:
mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Celje
Ave. Duration:
6h 7m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.65–$26.75

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Žalec is to train which costs $18.48 - $22.83 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Žalec is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs $65.22 - $103.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Žalec?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Žalec. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenföld and arriving at Žalec via Avtobusna postaja Maribor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from Budapest to Žalec?

The distance between Budapest and Žalec is 436 km. The road distance is 397.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Žalec without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs $18.48 - $22.83 .

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Budapest to Žalec, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Žalec bus from?

Budapest to Žalec bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest-Kelenföld station.

Train or bus from Budapest to Žalec?

The best way to get from Budapest to Žalec is to train which takes 7h and costs $18.48 - $22.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $59.78 and takes 7h 7m.

Where does the Budapest to Žalec bus arrive?

Budapest to Žalec bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maribor bus station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Žalec?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Žalec is 398 km. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Budapest to Žalec.

Where can I stay near Žalec?

There are 335+ hotels available in Žalec. Prices start at $43.48 per night.
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