How to travel from Budapest to Villach

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Budapest to Villach

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Villach among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr513 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 21m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr513, while a flight costs an average of kr3746.

Distance: 251 miles (405 km)

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kr3746

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kr513

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kr673

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kr868

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5h 21m

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3h 21m

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10h 19m

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9h 49m

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7h 50m

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5h 28m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Villach is a bus with an average price of kr513.

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

A bus is kr159 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Villach costing on average kr673.

A bus is kr3232 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Villach costing on average kr3746.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Villach is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 21m.

Other travel options to Villach take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 50m.

Bus takes on average 10h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Budapest and Villach including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Budapest to Villach among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 2h 7m sooner (3h 21m by flight vs 5h 28m by car). Tickets start at around kr3746 compared to roughly kr868 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Budapest to Villach

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:00 PM11h15
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    6:15 AMVillach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    kr3181One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:00 PM11h15
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    6:15 AMVillach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    kr3181One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS632 · OS109
    11:15 AM2h45
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    2:00 PMKlagenfurt Airport
    kr15591One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • ÖBB | NightjetNJ 457+ÖBB | ICEICE 116+ÖBB | RegionalzugR 4910+ÖBB | REXREX 62
    3:10 AM8h08
    Budapest-Deli
    11:18 AMVillach Hbf
    kr5211One-way
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:20 PM11h55
    Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    6:15 AMVillach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    kr3221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:20 PM12h20
    Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    4:40 AMVillach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    kr3221One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:00 PM12h40
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    4:40 AMVillach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof)
    kr3221One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO538 · LO615
    5:35 PM19h10
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    12:45 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    kr8121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO538 · LO617
    5:35 PM22h45
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    4:20 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    kr8121One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO540 · LO615
    8:20 AM4h25
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    12:45 PMLjubljana Joze Pucnik Airport
    kr9561One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Budapest to Villach

Travel to Villach 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 Villach.

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There are 3 options to travel between Budapest and Villach including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Villach is a bus with an average price of kr513.

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

A bus is kr159 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Villach costing on average kr673.

A bus is kr3232 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Villach costing on average kr3746.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Villach is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 21m.

Other travel options to Villach take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 50m.

Bus takes on average 10h 19m.

The distance from Budapest to Villach is approximately 251 miles (405 km).
The average frequency per day from Budapest to Villach is:
  • Around 33 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budapest to Villach:
  • Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Ljubljana Joze Pucnik Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arrive in Villach Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arrive in Villach, Hauptbahnhof (Busbahnhof).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest to Villach, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, Turkish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines to go to Villach by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Villach by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet to go to Villach by train.
Omio customers who travel from Budapest to Villach often also extend their vacation to go to Venice, Ljubljana, Vienna, Bled, Udine. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Villach and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Villach to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Villach, you can enjoy winter sports and panoramic views at Villacher Alpenarena, explore vintage vehicles at Villacher Fahrzeugmuseum, and hike through the beautiful Dobratsch Nature Park. For relaxation, visit the thermal spa at Warmbad Villach. The picturesque Ossiacher See is perfect for swimming and boating, while the Villach Main Square offers vibrant cafes and historic architecture. Don't miss the medieval Landskron Castle and its eagle show or the scenic Villacher Alpenstrasse. The Museum der Stadt Villach provides insights into local history and culture. Additionally, experience lively parades and festivities at the annual Villach Carnival.
To fully enjoy Villach, including its charming Old Town, thermal spas, and nearby attractions like Lake Faak and Gerlitzen Alpe, a stay of 2 to 3 days would be ideal.

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