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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bratislava to Budapest

Showing times and prices for 16 Jun

Cheapest price

£40

Average price

£40

Fastest journey

10 h 58 m

Average duration

10 h 58 m

Trains per day

Distance

161 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bratislava to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bratislava to Budapest will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £40.

Fast trains

To travel from Bratislava to Budapest you need to make at least 2 changes.

RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) · RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)

05:0010h58

Bratislava hlavná stanica

15:58Budapest-Kelenfoeld

£401One-way

2 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bratislava to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bratislava to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg.

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Train	Most popular Coach
£36 Average Price	£14 Average Price Cheapest
11h 41m average duration 11h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	4h 8m average duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

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

Live departures

Bratislava to Budapest train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday 16 June

Last updated at 08:15

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes	Tickets
RJ 1044 (Bratislava -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) · RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)	03:00 Bratislava hlavná stanica	10h58	13:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld	2 changes
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Bratislava to Budapest?

The best time to book your train from Bratislava to Budapest is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Bratislava to Budapest route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Bratislava to Budapest per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Bratislava to Budapest.

Trains

from £32

Coaches

from £15

Flights

from £186

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bratislava to Budapest

Slovakia

Hungary

Trains from Bratislava to Budapest run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £7

Distance

161 km

Average train duration

11h 11m

Cheapest ticket price

£22

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

8h 18m

First train

04:27

Last train

23:16

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £7

Train providers: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regiojet and ÖBB trains Bratislava to Budapest

Find the best trains between Bratislava and Budapest with Omio's travel partners ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regiojet and ÖBB from £8. We can find you the best deals, timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the best route.

The ÖBB Euro City is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities across the country. The Euro City trains are modern and comfortable, with air-conditioned coaches and plenty of legroom. There are two types of Euro City trains: the EC (Euro City) and the IC (InterCity). The EC trains are the fastest, with speeds of up to 200 km/h, while the IC trains are slightly slower, with speeds of up to 160 km/h. The ÖBB Euro City offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a restaurant car. The most popular routes for the ÖBB Euro City include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. These routes offer stunning views of the Austrian countryside and provide a convenient way to travel between major cities.

ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Bratislava to Budapest train information:

Average Duration: 2 h 23 min
Cheapest Price: £34
ÖBB | Euro City (EC) frequency: 4 a day

ÖBB Intercity is a domestic high-speed rail service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB) in Austria. They are addition to the Eurocity and the Railjet for long-distance travels and also include first class cars, the trains are air-conditioned, hve power sockets a minibar service and are comfortable. ÖBB Intercity trains mostly run on the inner alpine lines to cities like Graz, Linz and Salzburg and Inssbruck.

Train information from Bratislava to Budapest with ÖBB | InterCity:

Average Duration: 8 h 28 min
Cheapest Price: £66

FAQs: Bratislava to Budapest train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bratislava 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 Bratislava to Budapest.

Cheap train tickets from Bratislava to Budapest can start from as little as £17 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bratislava to Budapest is £32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Bratislava to Budapest train travel time is 2 h 23 min for the 100 mile long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Bratislava to Budapest leaves at 03: 15. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Bratislava to Budapest leaves at 23: 32.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Bratislava to Budapest without having to change trains with ÖBB | Euro City (EC). There are 3 direct trains from Bratislava to Budapest each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

When taking a train from Bratislava to Budapest, you can count on ÖBB | Euro City (EC), RegioJet a. S. Or ÖBB for the best way to get you to Budapest. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Bratislava to Budapest and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 32.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Bratislava hlavná stanica, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Budapest Keleti, located 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Budapest from Bratislava is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 23 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bratislava to Budapest is November.

You have options as you can travel between Bratislava and Budapest 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bratislava and Budapest

Bratislava

Budapest

The major train station for departures in Bratislava is Bratislava Hlavná Stanica. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bratislava Hlavná Stanica for your trip from Bratislava to Budapest.

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