4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolzano to Budapest
Cheapest price
$159
Average price
$172
Fastest journey
12 h 26 m
Average duration
12 h 50 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolzano to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolzano to Budapest will cost around $172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $159.
It's difficult to get from Bolzano to Budapest without transferring at least 3 times.
Regionale SAD 1826+
RJX 184 · RJX 161+
IC 6457:32 AM12h26Bolzano/Bozen7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld$1591One-way4 transfers- Regionale 16164+RJX 184 · RJX 161+IC 6456:32 AM13h26Bolzano/Bozen7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld$1591One-way4 transfers
- Regionale 16650+RJX 184 · RJX 161+IC 6456:02 AM13h56Bolzano/Bozen7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld$1591One-way4 transfers
- Regionale 17100+RJX 184 · RJX 161+IC 6457:02 AM12h56Bolzano/Bozen7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld$1591One-way4 transfers
- Regionale 17100+RJX 184 · RJX 161+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)7:02 AM12h56Bolzano/Bozen7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld$1841One-way3 transfers
- Regionale SAD 1826+RJX 184 · RJX 161+IC 6457:32 AM12h26Bolzano/Bozen7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld$1591One-way4 transfers
- Regionale SAD 1826+RJX 184 · RJX 161+RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)7:32 AM12h26Bolzano/Bozen7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld$1841One-way3 transfers
- Regionale 17100+RJX 184 · RJX 161+RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)7:02 AM12h56Bolzano/Bozen7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld$1841One-way3 transfers
- Regionale 17100+RJX 184 · RJX 161+IC 6457:02 AM12h56Bolzano/Bozen7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld$1591One-way4 transfers
- Regionale 16164+RJX 184 · RJX 161+RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)6:32 AM13h26Bolzano/Bozen7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld$1841One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bolzano to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $51. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $51, and a train costs an average of $179.
Distance: 369 miles (595 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$179 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest | $132 Average price | $186 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bolzano to Budapest:
A bus is $60 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bolzano to Budapest costing on average $132 (€106).
A bus is $107 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bolzano to Budapest costing on average $179 (€143).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 6m.
Bus takes on average 12h 30m.
Tickets start at around $179 (€143) compared to roughly $186 (€149) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7 (€6). The journey takes 9h 6m versus 8h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bolzano to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolzano to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Regionale 16650+RJX 184 · RJX 161+IC 645 | 6:02 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 13h56 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4 transfers | |
| Regionale 16650+RJX 184 · RJX 161+RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:02 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 13h56 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
| Regionale 16164+RJX 184 · RJX 161+IC 645 | 6:32 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 13h26 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4 transfers | |
| Regionale 16164+RJX 184 · RJX 161+RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:32 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 13h26 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
| Regionale 17100+RJX 184 · RJX 161+IC 645 | 7:02 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h56 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4 transfers | |
| Regionale 17100+RJX 184 · RJX 161+RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:02 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h56 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
| Regionale SAD 1826+RJX 184 · RJX 161+RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:32 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h26 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
| Regionale SAD 1826+RJX 184 · RJX 161+IC 645 | 7:32 AM Bolzano/Bozen | 12h26 | 7:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolzano to Budapest
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Trains from Bolzano to Budapest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $179 (€143) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 369 miles (595 km) distance in 9h 12m.
Distance 369 miles (595 km) |
Average train duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $179 (€143) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 12m |
First train 5:00 AM |
Last train 7:55 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet from Bolzano to Budapest trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Bolzano and Budapest from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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