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How to travel from Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti? Look no further.
You'll usually find 12 trains per day running between Zurich Hb and Budapest-Keleti, which usually take 12 hours 2 minutes to complete the 793 km journey. It can take as little as 10 hours 39 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. All or part of your journey will be onboard a train operated by ÖBB, as they are the main carrier on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $74.85. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti by train
It takes an average of 12h 2m to travel from Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti by train, over a distance of around 493 miles (793 km). There are normally 12 trains per day traveling from Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti and tickets for this journey start from $74.85 when you book in advance.
FAQs about the train journey from Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti
Want to know more about your journey from Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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ÖBB trains from Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
Cheap train tickets from Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Zurich Hb to Budapest-Keleti by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.