The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolzano to Budapest
Cheapest price
£118
Average price
£120
Fastest journey
12 h 38 m
Average duration
12 h 53 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
595 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolzano to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolzano to Budapest will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £118.
To travel from Bolzano to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
RJX 186+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)+
R 18267:3212h38Bolzano/Bozen20:10Budapest-Kelenfoeld£1181One-way2 changes
IC 645+
R 1826+
RJX 186+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)7:3212h38Bolzano/Bozen20:10Budapest-Kelenfoeld£1181One-way3 changes
RJX19983+
R 16558+
S 3+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)6:3213h38Bolzano/Bozen20:10Budapest-Kelenfoeld£1181One-way3 changes
RJX 186+
IC 645+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)7:2412h46Bolzano/Bozen20:10Budapest-Kelenfoeld£1211One-way2 changes
RJX 186+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)7:2412h46Bolzano/Bozen20:10Budapest-Kelenfoeld£1211One-way1 change
RJX 186+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)+
R 18267:3212h38Bolzano/Bozen20:10Budapest-Kelenfoeld£1181One-way2 changes
IC 645+
R 1826+
RJX 186+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)7:3212h38Bolzano/Bozen20:10Budapest-Kelenfoeld£1181One-way3 changes
RJX 186+
IC 645+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)7:2412h46Bolzano/Bozen20:10Budapest-Kelenfoeld£1211One-way2 changes
RJX 186+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)7:2412h46Bolzano/Bozen20:10Budapest-Kelenfoeld£1211One-way1 change
RJX19983+
R 16558+
S 3+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)6:3213h38Bolzano/Bozen20:10Budapest-Kelenfoeld£1181One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bolzano to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bolzano to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a train costs an average of £130.
Distance: 595 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£130 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest | £96 Average Price |
9h 36m Average total duration 9h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolzano to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolzano to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Saturday 27 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX19983+ R 16558+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)+ S 3 | 6:32 Bolzano/Bozen | 13h38 | 20:10 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 changes | |
RJX 186+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:24 Bolzano/Bozen | 12h46 | 20:10 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 186+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)+ IC 645 | 7:24 Bolzano/Bozen | 12h46 | 20:10 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 changes | |
RJX 186+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)+ R 1826 | 7:32 Bolzano/Bozen | 12h38 | 20:10 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 changes | |
RJX 186+ IC 645+ R 1826+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:32 Bolzano/Bozen | 12h38 | 20:10 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 changes |
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Compare prices and tickets Bolzano to Budapest by train, coach or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolzano to Budapest
Trains from Bolzano to Budapest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £130 but you can travel from only £18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 595 km distance in 9h 12m.
Distance 595 km |
Average train duration 9h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £130 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 9h 12m |
First train 5:00 |
Last train 19:55 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet from Bolzano to Budapest trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Bolzano and Budapest from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bolzano to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolzano to Budapest by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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