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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Szeged to Budapest
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 25 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
162 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Szeged to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Szeged to Budapest will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Szeged for Budapest on Sun, Dec 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 162 km distance in an average of 2 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Szeged to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Szeged to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €49.
Distance: 162 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price |
2h 56m Average total duration 2h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Szeged to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Szeged to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:25 AM Szeged | 2h39 | 6:04 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:30 AM Szeged | 2h34 | 7:04 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:46 AM Szeged | 2h23 | 8:09 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:44 AM Szeged | 2h25 | 9:09 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:44 AM Szeged | 2h25 | 10:09 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Szeged to Budapest
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Trains from Szeged to Budapest run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:25, the last at 20:44. The fastest train covers the 162 km distance in 2h 23m.
Distance 162 km |
Average train duration 2h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 23m |
First train 03:25 |
Last train 20:44 |
Train companies: Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Szeged to Budapest trainsHungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Szeged and Budapest from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Szeged to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Szeged to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Szeged, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Budapest-Kelenfoeld, located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre.
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