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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Zagreb to Budapest
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- €58
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- €114
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 5 h 54 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 11 h 17 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zagreb to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Budapest will cost around €114 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €58.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 4 trains from Zagreb to Budapest, including 4 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 11 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 54 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
2:30 PM 5h54 Zagreb 8:24 PM Budapest €58 1 One-way 0 changes3:30 PM 5h54 Zagreb 9:24 PM Budapest €63 1 One-way 0 changes
6:39 PM 16h40 Zagreb 11:19 AM Budapest €154 1 One-way 0 changes5:39 PM 16h40 Zagreb 10:19 AM Budapest €182 1 One-way 0 changes
3:30 PM 5h54 Zagreb 9:24 PM Budapest €63 1 One-way 0 changes2:30 PM 5h54 Zagreb 8:24 PM Budapest €58 1 One-way 0 changes6:39 PM 16h40 Zagreb 11:19 AM Budapest €154 1 One-way 0 changes5:39 PM 16h40 Zagreb 10:19 AM Budapest €182 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Zagreb to Budapest
Croatia
Hungary
Trains from Zagreb to Budapest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €54 but you can travel from only €17 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 5h 54m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €54 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 54m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Live departures
Zagreb to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:30 PM Zagreb | 5h54 | 8:24 PM Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3:30 PM Zagreb | 5h54 | 9:24 PM Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:39 PM Zagreb | 16h40 | 10:19 AM Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:39 PM Zagreb | 16h40 | 11:19 AM Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Zagreb and Budapest
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Zagreb to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb 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 Zagreb and Budapest
Most Zagreb to Budapest trains use the Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Zagreb and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Zagreb station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor from Zagreb city centre
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor is 1 km from Zagreb city centre. Public transport options include:
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor train station facilities and services
Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor 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: Zinfandel's Restaurant, Le Bistro Esplanade
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zagreb Glavni Kolodvor: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Esplanade Zagreb Hotel, Hotel Central, Palace Hotel Zagreb.
Which Budapest station do trains from Zagreb arrive at?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
Budapest Keleti 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: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
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.
Getting to Budapest-Ferencváros from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Ferencváros is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Ferencváros train station facilities and services
Budapest-Ferencváros has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Nándori Cukrászda, Petrus Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Ferencváros. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Ferencváros. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Ferencváros: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Ferencváros: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Ferencváros: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Styles Budapest City, Hotel Thomas Budapest, Leonardo Hotel Budapest.
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