How to get from Rome to Budapest by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Rome to Budapest is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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502 miles (809 km) | |
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Take a bus to travel 502 miles (809 km) between Rome and Budapest. FlixBus is the main travel company operating this trip. Travelers can even take a direct bus from Rome to Budapest.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $47 (€41). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best trip.
ÖBB Nightjet is an Austrian train company that offers overnight services across Europe. It has a range of train types, including the EuroNight, CityNightLine and Nightjet, which all offer comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. The EuroNight is the most luxurious option, with private compartments and a restaurant car. The CityNightLine is a more affordable option, with compartments and couchettes, while the Nightjet is the most basic option, with couchettes and reclining seats. Ticket types include Economy, Comfort and Business, with the latter offering the most luxurious experience. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, a restaurant car and a bar. The most popular routes for ÖBB Nightjet are from Vienna to Munich, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Prague and Budapest.
FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.
Eurowings is Germany's leading low-cost airline and offers a choice of Smart, Best and BIZclass fares for your next travel from Rome to Budapest.
Travel Rome to Budapest by bus.
The fastest way to travel between Rome and Budapest is by flight, which requires on average 1 h 40 min of travel time.
You should expect to travel around 502 miles (809 km) between Rome and Budapest.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rome to Budapest:
The following travel company offer services from Rome to Budapest:
Yes, there is a direct service from Rome to Budapest:
Direct services to Budapest tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.
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