How to travel from Zakopane to Budapest

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Compare bus and train for Zakopane to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zakopane to Budapest 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 bus, which has an average total journey time of 7h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €38, while a bus costs an average of €38.

Distance: 131 miles (211 km)

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from Zakopane to Budapest

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

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

  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Olomouc -> Brno) · RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
    5:52 AM14h06
    Zakopane
    7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
    321One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Olomouc -> Brno) · RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
    5:52 AM14h06
    Zakopane
    7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
    321One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    2:20 PM6h30
    Zakopane
    8:50 PMBudapest, Mexikói Út M
    411One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Olomouc -> Brno) · RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
    5:24 AM14h34
    Štrba, Nádraží
    7:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
    321One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
    11:41 PM16h17
    Zakopane
    3:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
    321One-way
    2 transfers
  • RegioJet a.s.RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
    11:13 PM16h45
    Štrba, Nádraží
    3:58 PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
    331One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 AM10h15
    Zakopane
    9:30 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    321One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:25 AM10h25
    Zakopane
    6:50 PMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    331One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:55 PM11h55
    Zakopane
    12:50 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    331One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Zakopane to Budapest

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 Zakopane to Budapest.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Zakopane and Budapest including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Zakopane to Budapest is a train with an average price of €38.

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

A train is €0.07 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Zakopane to Budapest costing on average €38.

The fastest way to travel from Zakopane to Budapest is by bus with an average journey time of 7h 57m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 58m.

The distance from Zakopane to Budapest is approximately 131 miles (211 km).
The average frequency per day from Zakopane to Budapest is:
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

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

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Zakopane to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Koleje Małopolskie to go to Budapest by bus.
  • Travel with RegioJet a.s. to go to Budapest by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Zakopane to Budapest:
  • 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Zakopane to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Budapest to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Budapest, you can relax at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, explore the vibrant Great Market Hall, take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of landmarks, visit the House of Terror Museum, and enjoy a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss sights like Buda Castle, the Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Heroes' Square for their stunning architecture and historical significance.
Three to four days are generally recommended to explore Budapest’s main attractions, including the historic Buda Castle, thermal baths, and vibrant ruin bars.

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