4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Budapest
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- CHF 85
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- CHF 115
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 12 h 41 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 16 h 26 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 563 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Budapest will cost around CHF 115 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only CHF 85.
To travel from Venice to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
NJ 40236+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)9:17 PM 18h41 Venice Mestre 3:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld CHF 85 1 One-way 1 change- NJ 40236+RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
9:17 PM 15h41 Venice Mestre 12:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld CHF 89 1 One-way 1 change - NJ 236+RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest)+
EC 4639:17 PM 12h41 Venice Mestre 9:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld CHF 144 1 One-way 2 changes - NJ 236+RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)+EC 463
9:17 PM 18h41 Venice Mestre 3:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld CHF 144 1 One-way 2 changes
- NJ 236+RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest)+EC 463
9:17 PM 12h41 Venice Mestre 9:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld CHF 144 1 One-way 2 changes - NJ 40236+RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
9:17 PM 15h41 Venice Mestre 12:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld CHF 89 1 One-way 1 change - NJ 40236+RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
9:17 PM 18h41 Venice Mestre 3:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld CHF 85 1 One-way 1 change - NJ 236+RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)+EC 463
9:17 PM 18h41 Venice Mestre 3:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld CHF 144 1 One-way 2 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Budapest
Italy
Hungary
Trains from Venice to Budapest run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF 9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 563 km distance in 8h 28m.
Distance 563 km |
Average train duration 11h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF 9 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 8h 28m |
First train 4:15 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 77 days |
Live departures
Venice to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Budapest trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NJ 40236+RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:17 PM Venice Mestre | 18h41 | 3:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
| NJ 40236+RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:17 PM Venice Mestre | 15h41 | 12:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
| NJ 236+EC 463+RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest) | 9:17 PM Venice Mestre | 12h41 | 9:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Venice and Budapest
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FAQs: Venice to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Venice and Budapest
Most Venice to Budapest trains use the Venezia Santa Lucia to Budapest-Kelenföld station pair. Use this guide to compare Venice and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Venice station do trains to Budapest leave from?
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.
Which Budapest station do trains from Venice arrive at?
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.
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