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8 h 57 min
976 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Budapest to Zurich

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Cheapest
By car (976 km)
8 h 57 min
976 km.
from $53
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Rideshare
8 h 57 min
976 km.
from $12.73
Bus, Plane
6 h 1 min
787 km.
from $182.36
Train, Plane
6 h 51 min
787 km.
from $186.85

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
13h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$76.09–$108.70

Union Ivkoni

Phone:
07001 8282
Email:
Website:
union-ivkoni.com/
Bus from Salzburg Lastenstrasse to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$17.39–$28.26

Eurobusways

Phone:
+36 70 282 1827
Email:
Website:
eurobusways.com/
Bus from Budapest to Salzburg
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$59.78–$119.57

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$217.39

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$706.52
Plane from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Basel
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$413.04
Plane from Vienna International Airport to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$978.26

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
3h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$760.87
Plane from Vienna International Airport to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$1,086.96

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$706.52
Plane from Vienna International Airport to Zurich
Ave. Duration:
1h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$1,086.96

Wizz Air

Website:
wizzair.com/
Plane from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Basel
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$27.17–$195.65

Train operators

Railjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/railjet
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Zuerich
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$141.30–$217.39

Hungarian Railways (MÁV)

Phone:
+36 (1) 3 49 49 49
Website:
mavcsoport.hu/en
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.87–$13.04

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Basel SBB to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$35.87–$65.22

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Email:
Website:
regiojet.com/
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien
Ave. Duration:
2h 34m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.33–$35.87

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Zurich is to bus which costs $76.09 - $108.70 and takes 13h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $97.83 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Zurich Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Zuerich Hb. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Budapest to Zurich?

The distance between Budapest and Zurich is 833 km. The road distance is 975 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 10h 25m and costs $141.30 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Budapest to Zurich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Zurich bus from?

Budapest to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Zurich train from?

Budapest to Zurich train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Zurich?

The best way to get from Budapest to Zurich is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $97.83 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $141.30 - $217.39 and takes 10h 25m, you could also bus, which costs $76.09 - $108.70 and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Budapest to Zurich bus arrive?

Budapest to Zurich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Zurich Bus Station.

Where does the Budapest to Zurich train arrive?

Budapest to Zurich train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Zurich is 975 km. It takes approximately 9h 2m to drive from Budapest to Zurich.

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

Book your Budapest to Zurich train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Zurich?

There are 987+ hotels available in Zurich. Prices start at $87.15 per night.
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