The cheapest and fastest trains from Zagreb to Budapest
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€93
Fastest journey
5 h 54 m
Average duration
11 h 2 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zagreb to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zagreb to Budapest will cost around €93 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 2 trains that leave Zagreb for Budapest on Wed, Nov 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 19 the direct trains cover the 299 km distance in an average of 11 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 54 m .
On Wed, Nov 19 the slowest trains will take 16 h 9 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.




Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Zagreb to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zagreb to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 21m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €133.
Distance: 299 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
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€78 Average price | €37 Average price Cheapest | €318 Average price |
9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 9m Average total duration 4h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Zagreb to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Zagreb to Budapest trains for today, Tuesday, November 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EN 40414+ NJ 40294+ RJX 269 | 6:40 PM Zagreb Main Station | 16h39 | 11:19 AM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Zagreb to Budapest
Trains from Zagreb to Budapest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €22 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 299 km distance in 5h 54m.
Distance 299 km |
Average train duration 9h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 54m |
First train 01:25 |
Last train 23:32 |
Train companies: ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, Croatian Railways (HŽPP) from Zagreb to Budapest trainsÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, Croatian Railways (HŽPP) trains will get you between Zagreb and Budapest from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
EuroNight
Croatian Railways (HŽPP)
FAQs: Trains from Zagreb to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zagreb 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 Zagreb Main Station, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zagreb to Budapest
- 5:30 AM - 10:30 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Trg kralja Tomislava.
- Zinfandel's Restaurant
- Le Bistro Esplanade
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HRK 3
- Esplanade Zagreb Hotel
- Hotel Central
- Palace Hotel Zagreb
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Slovenia, Austria, Hungary, Serbia, and domestic destinations
- Tram: Line 2, Line 6, Line 13
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access is available via Mester utca.
- Nándori Cukrászda
- Petrus Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- HUF 200
- Ibis Styles Budapest City
- Hotel Thomas Budapest
- Leonardo Hotel Budapest
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: freight services
- Tram: Line 2, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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