Budapest to Rome train with ÖBB Nightjet

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Rome

Showing times and prices for Jul 10

Cheapest price

$311

Average price

$311

Fastest journey

21 h 40 m

Average duration

22 h 10 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

810 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Rome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Budapest to Rome will cost around $311 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $311.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Budapest to Rome without transferring at least 2 times.

ÖBBRJX 60+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 133+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 770
07:55AM22h40
Budapest-Kelenfoeld
06:35AMRome Termini
$3111One-way
2 transfers
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 140+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 133+Intercity NotteInterCityNotte 770
08:55AM21h40
Budapest-Kelenfoeld
06:35AMRome Termini
$3111One-way
2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Rome 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 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €51, and a train costs an average of €183.

Distance: 502 miles (809 km)

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€183

Average price

€96

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€92

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Cheapest

18h 7m

Average total duration

17h 37m

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30m

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6h 13m

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3h 13m

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3h 0m

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20h 47m

Average total duration

20h 17m

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30m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.4 - 4.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Budapest to Rome?

The best time to book your train from Budapest to Rome is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Budapest to Rome route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Budapest to Rome per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Budapest to Rome.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Budapest to Rome

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Trains from Budapest to Rome run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $228 (€183) but you can travel from only $38 (€31) by flight.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $38 (€31)
Distance
502 miles (809 km)
Average train duration
17h 37m
Cheapest ticket price
$228 (€183)
Trains per day
2
Fastest train
26h 30m
First train
03:17
Last train
23:12
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $38 (€31)

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