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Museum of Folk Architecture and Rural Life
An open-air museum of vernacular architecture with wooden houses, a church, and exhibits showing traditional village life.
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£50
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£50
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
18 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
18 h 40 m
Trains on 06 Sept
1
Distance
272 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Uzhhorod is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Uzhhorod will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £50.
To travel from Budapest to Uzhhorod you need to make at least 2 changes.
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Chop)
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Chop)Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Uzhhorod among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £30 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 7h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, while a flight costs an average of £307.
Distance: 272 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£46 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £307 Average Price | £61 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 15m Average total duration 14h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration Fastest 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 50m Average total duration 6h 50m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Uzhhorod:
A coach is £16 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Uzhhorod costing on average £46.
A coach is £276 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Uzhhorod costing on average £307.
Other travel options to Uzhhorod take longer:
Coach takes on average 7h 4m.
Train takes on average 14h 45m.
Tickets start at around £46 compared to roughly £61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £14. The journey takes 14h 45m versus 3h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Uzhhorod trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) · (Brno -> Ostrava) · RJ 1021 (Prague -> Chop) | 14:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 18h40 | 10:38 Chop station | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Budapest to Uzhhorod run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 11:58, the last at 17:35. The fastest train covers the 272 km distance in 18h 40m.
Distance 272 km |
Average train duration 14h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 18h 40m |
First train 11:58 |
Last train 17:35 |
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Discover the best of Uzhhorod — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Uzhhorod trip today.
An open-air museum of vernacular architecture with wooden houses, a church, and exhibits showing traditional village life.
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A central embankment path along the Uzh River with cafés nearby, mature trees, and easy access to the old town streets.
The city’s main historic square, framed by notable buildings and useful as a starting point for exploring the compact centre.
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Banosh is Hutsul maize porridge cooked with sour cream and usually topped with bryndza and crackling. It is a beloved Carpathian comfort dish also popular in Transcarpathia.
Lekvár is a thick plum preserve traditionally slow-cooked without much sugar. In Transcarpathia it is prized for its intense fruit flavour and village preserving traditions.
Established restaurant serving Ukrainian and regional cuisine with a refined but relaxed atmosphere. Suitable for a fuller sit-down meal in the city centre.
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Well-known casual spot with hearty local food, grilled dishes and beer. Popular for informal dining and familiar Transcarpathian flavours.
Budget-friendly versus many European cities; rooms, meals and local transport are generally low-cost for visitors.
Tipping is appreciated, not always included. Leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service; round up in cafés and taxis.
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Uzhhorod Railway Station -> Teatralna Square, Uzhhorod
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Uzhhorod 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 Uzhhorod, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Uzhhorod trains use the Budapest-Kelenföld to Chop station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Uzhhorod train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
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