The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Zakopane
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
12 h 52 m
Average duration
14 h 22 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Zakopane is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Zakopane will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 2 trains that leave Budapest for Zakopane on Mon, Mar 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 14 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 52 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 15 h 52 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Budapest to Zakopane
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Zakopane among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $28. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $28, and a bus costs an average of $28.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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$42 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price |
9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration Fastest 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Budapest to Zakopane train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Zakopane trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · R 1119 (Brno -> Bohumín) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 6:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 13h11 | 8:09 PM Zakopane | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · R 1119 (Brno -> Bohumín) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 6:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 13h53 | 8:51 PM Poprad-Tatry | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) · R 1119 (Brno -> Bohumín) · RJ 1011 (Prague -> Košice) | 6:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 13h38 | 8:36 PM Štrba, Nádraží | 2 transfers | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 10:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 17h17 | 3:32 AM Poprad-Tatry | 1 transfer | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Košice) | 10:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 17h03 | 3:18 AM Štrba, Nádraží | 1 transfer |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Zakopane
Trains from Budapest to Zakopane run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $28 (€22) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:10, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 12h 52m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average train duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $28 (€22) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 12h 52m |
First train 05:10 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Regiojet from Budapest to Zakopane trainsRegiojet trains will get you between Budapest and Zakopane from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Zakopane
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Zakopane 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 Zakopane, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Zakopane
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
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