The cheapest and fastest trains from Venice to Budapest
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$159
Fastest journey
10 h 2 m
Average duration
13 h 10 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
563 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venice to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venice to Budapest will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $86.
To travel from Venice to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
NJ 40236+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
NJ 40236+
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
NJ 236+
EC 463+
RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest)
RJX 134+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJX 134 · RJX 261
RJX 134+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
NJ 236+
EC 463+
RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest)
RJX 134+
EC 343
RJX 134 · RJX 261
NJ 40236+
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Venice to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Venice to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. 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 coach costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 563 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$151 Average Price | $55 Average Price Cheapest | $242 Average Price |
11h 36m Average total duration 11h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 28m Average total duration 10h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m 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
Venice to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Budapest trains for today, Thursday, 19 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NJ 40236+ RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:17 pm Venice Mestre | 18h41 | 2:58 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
NJ 236+ EC 463+ RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest) | 8:17 pm Venice Mestre | 12h41 | 8:58 am Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 changes | |
NJ 40236+ RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:17 pm Venice Mestre | 15h41 | 11:58 am Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
| Friday, 20 February | |||||
RJX 134+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:56 am Venice Santa Lucia | 10h02 | 6:58 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 134 · RJX 261 | 8:56 am Venice Santa Lucia | 14h06 | 11:02 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 134+ EC 343 | 8:56 am Venice Santa Lucia | 13h06 | 10:02 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
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Why should you book Venice to Budapest trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs ÖBB Nightjet?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB Nightjet, but also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB or ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to find the best option for your trip from Venice to Budapest.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare ÖBB Nightjet with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Venice to Budapest.
Why book with Omio over Trainline or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB or ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to find the best option for your trip from Venice to Budapest.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Venice to Budapest.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Venice to Budapest
Trains from Venice to Budapest run on average 2 times per day, taking around 11h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $139 but you can travel from only $24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 563 km distance in 10h 2m.
Distance 563 km |
Average train duration 11h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $139 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 10h 2m |
First train 04:15 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Venice to Budapest trainsÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Venice and Budapest from $24. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Venice to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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.

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