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Museum of Fine Arts
Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.






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Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
2h 20m
Average duration
4h 17m
Buses per day
39
Distance
179 km
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $31.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bratislava to Budapest:
A bus is $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bratislava to Budapest costing on average $53 (€44).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 48m.
Train takes on average 3h 47m.
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Direct services run with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), RegioJet a.s., České dráhy (ČD), PKP Intercity.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Bratislava to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) · RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 5:17 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 10h41 | 3:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Bratislava to Budapest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 10h 5m |
First train 4:42 AM |
Last train 11:50 PM |
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Discover the best of Budapest — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Budapest trip today.
Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.
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National museum covering Hungarian history, archaeology, and statehood. A classic stop for understanding the country beyond Budapest’s landmarks.
UNESCO-listed castle quarter of cobbled streets, courtyards, and viewpoints. Best for atmosphere, heritage walks, and some of Budapest’s finest vistas.
Elegant Andrássy Avenue links the center with Heroes’ Square through palaces and shops. A grand boulevard ideal for walking and historic city views.
Large central park with boating lake, baths, museums, and promenades. A versatile area for families, relaxed walks, and major city attractions.
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Slow-cooked beef stew with lots of onion and paprika, usually served with nokedli. A classic example of deep Hungarian paprika flavor.
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Refined Hungarian dining in a historic building, with updated national classics and strong wine service in a formal atmosphere.
Michelin-starred fine dining with a modern tasting menu rooted in Hungarian ingredients. Stylish, intimate, and one of Budapest’s top tables.
Traditional Hungarian restaurant known for goulash, pörkölt, and live music. Warm, old-style atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Europe: stays and dining are cheaper than in Western capitals, while central hotels and tourist areas cost more. Transit is good value.
About 10% is common in restaurants if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis and leave small change or round up at cafes.
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Budapest Keleti Railway Station -> Deák Ferenc tér
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