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How to travel from Geneva to Budapest by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Geneva to Budapest? Look no further.
You'll usually find 12 trains per day running between Geneva and Budapest, which usually take 25 hours 3 minutes to complete the 991 km journey. It can take as little as 20 hours 54 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Budapest from Geneva, you'll just need to make 3 changes along the way.
You can save money on train tickets from Geneva to Budapest if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $110.88. 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.
Geneva to Budapest by train
It takes an average of 25h 3m to travel from Geneva to Budapest by train, over a distance of around 616 miles (991 km). There are normally 12 trains per day traveling from Geneva to Budapest and tickets for this journey start from $110.88 when you book in advance.
| First train | 7:31 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 8:38 pm | |
| Departure station | Geneva | |
| Arrival station | Budapest | |
| Journey time | From 20h 54m | |
| Distance | 616 miles (991 km) | |
| Frequency | 12 trains per day | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
| Price | From $110.88 | |
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Want to know more about your journey from Geneva to Budapest? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Geneva to Budapest?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
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.