The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Venice
Cheapest price
€163
Average price
€185
Fastest journey
11 h 9 m
Average duration
11 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Venice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Venice will cost around €185 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €163.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Venice without transferring at least once.
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)+
RJ 133
RJX 60+
RJ 133
EC 140+
RJ 133
EC 140+
RJ 133
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)+
RJ 133
RJX 60+
RJ 133Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Venice
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Venice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €31, and a flight costs an average of €29.
Distance: 563 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€97 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest | €195 Average price |
12h 10m Average total duration 11h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 38m Average total duration 11h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Venice train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Venice trains for today, Saturday, November 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 60+ RJ 133 | 6:55 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 12h09 | 7:04 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EC 1160+ RJ 133 | 7:24 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 11h40 | 7:04 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
EC 140+ RJ 133 | 7:55 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 11h09 | 7:04 PM Venice Santa Lucia | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)+ NJ 40466 | 10:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 20h24 | 7:22 AM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)+ NJ 40466 | 1:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 17h24 | 7:22 AM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)+ EC 462+ NJ 237 | 1:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 17h24 | 7:22 AM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)+ EC 462+ NJ 237 | 4:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 14h24 | 7:22 AM Venice Mestre | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)+ NJ 40466 | 4:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 14h24 | 7:22 AM Venice Mestre | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Venice
Trains from Budapest to Venice run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €97 but you can travel from only €29 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:17, the last at 21:17. The fastest train covers the 563 km distance in 10h 9m.
Distance 563 km |
Average train duration 11h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €97 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 10h 9m |
First train 00:17 |
Last train 21:17 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Venice trainsÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Venice from €29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB Nightjet
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Venice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Venice 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 Venice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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