How to travel from Budapest to Venice

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Venice

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 31m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $38, while a flight costs an average of $535.

Distance: 349 miles (563 km)

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Driving

$72

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$38

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$535

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$130

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(fuel + tolls)

11h 46m

Average total duration

11h 16m

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11h 47m

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11h 17m

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5h 31m

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3h 31m

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2h 0m

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7h 0m

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0.6 - 1.4kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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1.7 - 3.4kg

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ÖBB | Nightjet

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Lot Polish Airlines

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Compare ways to travel from Budapest to Venice

Compare the available ways to get from Budapest to Venice, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Venice is a train with an average price of $38.

This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Venice:

A train is $35 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Budapest to Venice costing on average $72.

A train is $498 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Venice costing on average $535.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Venice is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 46m.

Train takes on average 11h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Budapest and Venice including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Budapest to Venice among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $72 compared to roughly $130 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $58. The journey takes 11h 16m versus 7h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Budapest to Venice

How to get from Budapest to Venice by train, bus or flight.

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flight

The best way to travel from Budapest to Venice is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RyanairFR 4305
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 4305
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • RyanairFR 4305
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)+ÖBB | NightjetNJ 40466
    1 transfer
  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)+ÖBB | NightjetNJ 40466
    1 transfer
  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)+ÖBB | NightjetNJ 40466
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • Wizz Air MaltaW46710
    0 transfers
  • Avion Express MaltaEW9785+EurowingsEW9810
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO536 · LO311
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Budapest to Venice

Travel to Venice easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Budapest to Venice.

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There are 3 options to travel between Budapest and Venice including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Venice is a train with an average price of $38.

This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Venice:

A train is $35 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Budapest to Venice costing on average $72.

A train is $498 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Venice costing on average $535.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Venice is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 31m.

Other travel options to Venice take longer:

Bus takes on average 11h 46m.

Train takes on average 11h 47m.

The distance from Budapest to Venice is approximately 349 miles (563 km).
The average frequency per day from Budapest to Venice is:
  • Around 31 flights per day.
  • Around 26 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Budapest and Venice as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budapest to Venice:
  • Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Venice Marco Polo Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arrive in Venice Santa Lucia.
  • Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arrive in Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest to Venice, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Dolomiti, Turkish Airlines, TAP Portugal, Brussels Airlines, Swiss, Lufthansa Cityline, Helvetic Airways, Ryanair, ITA, Air Baltic, British Airways, Austrian Airlines, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Serbia, Eurowings, Wizz Air, Avion Express Malta, CitizenPlane, tarom, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Edelweiss Air, Malta Air to go to Venice by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet to go to Venice by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Infobus to go to Venice by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Budapest to Venice with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Wizz Air, CitizenPlane, Malta Air.
  • 10 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Budapest to Venice often also extend their vacation to go to Rome, Florence, Milan, Paris, Verona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Venice and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Venice to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Venice, you can explore the vibrant Rialto Market for fresh produce and seafood, take a romantic gondola ride through the canals, visit the Peggy Guggenheim Collection modern art museum, enjoy a traditional meal at a local osteria, and attend a classical music concert in a historic church. Don't miss iconic sights like St. Mark's Basilica, Doge's Palace, Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal, and Murano Island known for glassmaking.
Typically, 2 to 3 days in Venice are sufficient to explore the main attractions, such as St. Mark's Basilica, the Grand Canal, and the Rialto Bridge, while allowing time for leisurely strolls through the city's charming streets and canals.
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