How to travel from Rome to Budapest

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Travel Information from Rome to Budapest

distanceDistance502 miles (809 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$54 - $300
cheapestCheapest modeFlight • $54 (€47) • 1 h 40 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $54 (€47) • 1 h 40 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, Wizz Air or ÖBB Nightjet

Travel 502 miles (809 km) by train, bus or flight from Rome to Budapest. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are FlixBus, Wizz Air or ÖBB Nightjet among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Rome to Budapest.

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from Rome to Budapest

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

Our recommendation
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.

Wizz Air
04:35PM1h45
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
06:20PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$751One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Wizz Air
10:20PM1h45
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
12:05AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$701One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Wizz Air
04:35PM1h45
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
06:20PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$751One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Intercity Notte
10:00PM25h19
Rome Termini
11:19PMBudapest Keleti
$2251One-way
2 transfers
Intercity Notte
10:00PM26h19
Rome Termini
12:19AMBudapest Keleti
$2311One-way
2 transfers
Intercity Notte
10:00PM24h19
Rome Termini
10:19PMBudapest Keleti
$2451One-way
2 transfers
FlixBus
01:05PM19h10
Rome
08:15AMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar
$1191One-way
1 transfer
STUDENT AGENCY k.s.
01:00PM27h15
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
04:15PMBudapest
$1241One-way
1 transfer
STUDENT AGENCY k.s.
01:00PM27h35
Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
04:35PMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar
$1241One-way
1 transfer
Air Mercury
02:00PM6h15
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
08:15PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$1741One-way
1 transfer
Air France
06:00AM12h00
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
06:00PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$2961One-way
1 transfer
Air Baltic
10:10AM9h20
Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
07:30PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$3221One-way
1 transfer

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How to get from Rome to Budapest

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When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Rome to Budapest, 100,00% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Rome to Budapest, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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All travel companies: Airlines, Train and Bus from Rome to Budapest

Travel between Rome and Budapest on FlixBus, Wizz Air and Eurowings travel with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

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.

        FAQs: Travel from Rome to Budapest

        FAQs: Travel to Budapest 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 Rome to Budapest.
        FAQs

        There are 3 options to travel from Rome to Budapest including taking a train, bus or flight.

        The cheapest way to go to Budapest from Rome is by taking a flight, which costs on average $54 (€47).

        This is compared to other ways of getting from Rome to Budapest:

        A flight is $5 (€4) less than a bus with an average ticket price of $59 (€51) from Rome to Budapest.

        A flight is $246 (€213) less than a train with an average ticket price of $300 (€260) from Rome to Budapest.

        The fastest way to get to Budapest from Rome is by flight with an average travel time of 1 h 40 min.

        Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

        Getting to Budapest by bus takes 18 h 10 min on average.

        Train takes 14 h 23 min on average.

        The distance is approximately 502 miles (809 km) from Rome to Budapest.

        The average frequency per day from Rome to Budapest is:

        • 2 trains per day.

        However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Budapest from Rome as scheduled services by train, bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

        These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Rome to Budapest:

        • Most travelers board their bus from Rome, Termini and arrive in Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér.
        • Most travelers take a flight from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

        The following travel companies offer services from Rome to Budapest:

        • Travel with FlixBus or STUDENT AGENCY k. S. To go to Budapest by bus. For a good deal on tickets, you can find FlixBus Rome to Budapest tickets on Omio for $58 (€50).
        • Travel with Wizz Air, Ryanair, Malta Air, Lufthansa, Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, KLM, SWISS, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline (2), Edelweiss Air or Air France to go to Budapest by plane. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Wizz Air Rome to Budapest tickets on Omio for $26 (€23).
        • ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, Intercity Notte, Italo, Frecciarossa or Regionale can get you to Budapest by train. You can find a good deal for train tickets with Italo from Rome to Budapest for $304 (€263) on Omio.

        Yes, there are direct services available from Rome to Budapest with the following travel companies:

        • Direct services by bus with.
        • Take a direct flight with Wizz Air.
        • Take a direct train with.

        Direct services tend to save you time and add more convenience in getting you to Budapest as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking your tickets to Budapest from Rome.

        Your trip from Rome to Budapest doesn't have to end in Budapest. Many of our customers like to extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich or Paris. If you’d like to add Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich or Paris to your Rome to Budapest tour, check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel to any of these top destinations from Budapest today!
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