The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Venice
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $97
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $122
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 11 h 54 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 16 h 2 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 563 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Venice will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $97.
To travel from Budapest to Venice you need to make at least one change.
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)+
NJ 404665:58 PM 14h25 Budapest-Kelenfoeld 8:23 AM Venice Mestre $97 1 One-way 1 change
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)+
NJ 404662:58 PM 17h25 Budapest-Kelenfoeld 8:23 AM Venice Mestre $102 1 One-way 1 change
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)+
NJ 4046611:58 AM 20h25 Budapest-Kelenfoeld 8:23 AM Venice Mestre $107 1 One-way 1 change
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)+
RJX 1357:58 AM 11h54 Budapest-Kelenfoeld 7:52 PM Venice Mestre $182 1 One-way 1 change
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)+
RJX 1357:58 AM 11h54 Budapest-Kelenfoeld 7:52 PM Venice Mestre $182 1 One-way 1 change
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)+
NJ 404665:58 PM 14h25 Budapest-Kelenfoeld 8:23 AM Venice Mestre $97 1 One-way 1 change
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)+
NJ 404662:58 PM 17h25 Budapest-Kelenfoeld 8:23 AM Venice Mestre $102 1 One-way 1 change
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)+
NJ 4046611:58 AM 20h25 Budapest-Kelenfoeld 8:23 AM Venice Mestre $107 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Venice
Trains from Budapest to Venice run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 563 km distance in 9h 19m.
Distance 563 km |
Average train duration 11h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 19m |
First train 5:12 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Live departures
Budapest to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Venice trains for tomorrow, Friday, 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)+ RJX 135 | 7:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 11h54 | 7:52 PM Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)+ NJ 40466 | 11:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 20h25 | 8:23 AM Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)+ NJ 40466 | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 17h25 | 8:23 AM Venice Mestre | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Budapest and Venice
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FAQs: Budapest to Venice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Venice by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Venice
Most Budapest to Venice trains use the Budapest-Kelenföld to Venezia Santa Lucia station pair, with some services arriving at Venezia Mestre. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Venice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Venice leave from?
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Which Venice station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Venezia Santa Lucia from Venice city centre
Venezia Santa Lucia train station facilities and services
Venezia Santa Lucia has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: GROM Ice Cream, Venchi Cioccolato, Bistrot, Tentazione Café, L’Artenl Gelato
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi available throughout station. ATMs are located inside the main retail area.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00. Information desks are located in the main passenger area.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Platform 1.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Santa Lucia: Wheelchair access, step-free access to platforms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Venice Times Hotel, Hotel Antiche Figure, Hotel Abbazia.
Getting to Venezia Mestre from Venice city centre
Venezia Mestre is 8 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia Mestre train station facilities and services
Venezia Mestre has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald’s, Chock Full O'Nuts, Puro Gusto, Juice Bar, Rossosapore
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are located by Forexchange on the ground floor.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 05:50 - 20:30. Information desks are located in the main concourse.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is provided by KiPoint and located on the ground floor.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Venezia Mestre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Venezia Mestre: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia Mestre: Full accessibility facilities, including toilets, ramps, wheelchairs, elevators and a mobility assistance center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Best Western Hotel Tritone, The Plaza Hotel, Hotel Villa Constanza.
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