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Lausanne to Budapest

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Lausanne, Switzerland → Budapest, Hungary

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Seven ways to Travel from Lausanne to Budapest

Composite routes from Lausanne to Budapest

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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Lausanne to Budapest,
Ave. Duration:
17h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.14–$165.39

Airlines

easyJet

Website:
easyjet.com/
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$76.34–$407.12
Plane from Basel to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$55.98–$254.45

Lufthansa

Website:
lufthansa.com/
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$445.29
Plane from Zurich Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$826.97
Plane from Basel to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.56–$470.74

Austrian Airlines

Website:
austrian.com/?sc_lang=en&cc=ZZ
Plane from Zurich Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Wednesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.39–$826.97

Swiss

Website:
swiss.com/
Plane from Geneva International Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$445.29
Plane from Zurich Airport to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.39–$826.97

Wizz Air

Website:
wizzair.com/
Plane from Basel to Budapest
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$241.73

Train operators

Railjet

Phone:
+43 51717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/railjet
Train from Zuerich Hb to Wien
Ave. Duration:
7h 52m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$127.23–$190.84
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.53–$69.97

ÖBB

Phone:
05 17 17
Website:
oebb.at/de/
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.43–$76.34

ÖBB EuroCity

Phone:
+43 5 1717
Website:
oebb.at/en/reiseplanung-services/im-zug/unsere-zuege/eurocity-intercity
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$48.35–$69.97

Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)

Phone:
+41 848 44 66 88
Website:
sbb.ch/en
Train from Lausanne to Genève-Aéroport
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$31.81–$58.52
Train from Lausanne to Zürich
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$82.70–$165.39
Train from Lausanne to Olten
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$63.61–$120.86

RegioJet

Phone:
+420 222 222 221
Website:
regiojet.com/
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.09–$40.71

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lausanne to Budapest is to bus which costs $92.39 - $141.30 and takes 17h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lausanne to Budapest is to train and fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Lausanne and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lausanne and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Lausanne and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Lausanne to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Lausanne and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Zuerich Hb and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 25m.

How far is it from Lausanne to Budapest?

The distance between Lausanne and Budapest is 1091 km. The road distance is 1193.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Lausanne to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 14h 25m and costs $184.78 - $369.57 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Lausanne to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Budapest bus from?

Lausanne to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lausanne station.

Where do I catch the Lausanne to Budapest train from?

Lausanne to Budapest train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), depart from Lausanne station.

Train or bus from Lausanne to Budapest?

The best way to get from Lausanne to Budapest is to train which takes 14h 25m and costs $184.78 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $92.39 - $141.30 and takes 17h 15m.

Where does the Lausanne to Budapest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Lausanne to Budapest train arrive?

Lausanne to Budapest train services, operated by Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS), arrive at Zürich HB station.

Can I drive from Lausanne to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Lausanne to Budapest is 1193 km. It takes approximately 11h 10m to drive from Lausanne to Budapest.

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

Book your Lausanne to Budapest train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 7058+ hotels available in Budapest. Prices start at $20.55 per night.
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