How to get to Budapest from Geneva

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Compare coach, flight and train for Geneva to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Geneva to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £95 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £95, while a flight costs an average of £564.

Distance: 990 km

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£564

Average Price

£120

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£95

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Cheapest

£349

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 11m

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14h 9m

Average total duration

13h 39m

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30m

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21h 2m

Average total duration

20h 32m

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30m

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12h 51m

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3.0 - 5.9kg

CO2 emissions

0.3 - 0.9kg

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1.0 - 2.5kg

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KLM

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Deutsche Bahn

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

The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £95.

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

A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Budapest costing on average £120.

A coach is £469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Budapest costing on average £564.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 11m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 9m.

Coach takes on average 21h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Geneva and Budapest including taking a coach, flight and train.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 7h 40m sooner (5h 11m by flight vs 12h 51m by car). Tickets start at around £564 compared to roughly £349 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Geneva to Budapest

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:3521h55
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    9:30Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    £751One-way
    2 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:3521h55
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    9:30Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    £751One-way
    2 changes

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH2383 · LH1676
    8:503h45
    Geneva International Airport
    12:35Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £2681One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 713 · EC 191 · RJX 261
    8:3515h54
    Geneva station
    0:29Budapest Keleti
    £1691One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:5523h55
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    23:50Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £801One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    23:5523h55
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    23:50Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    £801One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    20:0521h55
    Geneve, Place Dorcière
    18:00Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    £811One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO348 · LO533
    19:2013h45
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    9:05Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1801One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO348 · LO537
    19:2021h35
    Lyon Saint Exupery Airport
    16:55Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1801One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1932 · KL1367
    11:554h35
    Geneva International Airport
    16:30Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £2091One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Budapest by train

The most popular day trips by train from Budapest are Szentendre, Esztergom, Eger, Vác and Győr. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Budapest on Omio.

A view of Eger

Day trip from Budapest to Eger by train

Why visit Eger for the day?

Eger is a historic town in northern Hungary known for its castle, baroque centre and red wines, especially Egri Bikavér. Thermal baths and Ottoman-era traces give it a relaxed character shaped by regional history and wine culture.

A view of Győr

Day trip from Budapest to Győr by train

Why visit Győr for the day?

Győr is a baroque city in north-west Hungary, known for its handsome old town and riverside setting. Historic churches and lively squares sit alongside a strong industrial identity shaped by Audi Hungaria and the local university.

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FAQs: Geneva 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 Geneva to Budapest.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Geneva and Budapest including taking a coach, flight and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Geneva to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £95.

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

A coach is £26 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Geneva to Budapest costing on average £120.

A coach is £469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Geneva to Budapest costing on average £564.

The fastest way to travel from Geneva to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 11m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 14h 9m.

Coach takes on average 21h 2m.

The Geneva to Budapest distance is approximately 990 km.
The average frequency per day from Geneva to Budapest is:
  • Around 107 flights per day.
  • Around 22 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Geneva to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Geneva International Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Geneva station and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Geneve, Place Dorcière and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Geneva to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Budapest by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB to go to Budapest by train.
  • Travel with easyJet, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Swiss, Lot Polish Airlines, Air France, KLM, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Edelweiss Air, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, British Airways, Iberia, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Turkish Airlines, TAP Portugal to go to Budapest by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Geneva to Budapest with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Geneva to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Zagreb. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Geneva to Budapest, you can choose from several travel options including coach, flight and train.
In Budapest, you can unwind at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, one of Europe's largest thermal bath complexes. Explore the vibrant Great Market Hall for local foods and crafts, or take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of the city's landmarks. Visit the House of Terror Museum to learn about Hungary's history under fascist and communist regimes, and enjoy a performance at the stunning Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss the best sights: Buda Castle offers panoramic views and houses the Budapest History Museum, while the Parliament Building and Fisherman's Bastion provide breathtaking architecture and views. St. Stephen's Basilica offers a grand interior and panoramic dome views, and Heroes' Square is noted for its iconic statues and the Millennium Monument.
Three to four days in Budapest is typically sufficient to explore major attractions such as Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament Building, Széchenyi Thermal Bath, and to enjoy the city's vibrant culinary and cultural scene.
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