How to get from Budapest to Zell am See
- 473 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: train, 7h 16m
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We compared the ways to travel from Budapest to Zell am See. The most useful door-to-door route takes 8h 56m by bus, train, 1 transfer. The two cities are about 473 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on September 25, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
473 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €46Omio catalogue, Sep 28 | 7h 16m1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €43Reading date not recorded | 8h 56m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Train€46Omio catalogue, Sep 287h 16m · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€43Reading date not recorded8h 56m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Budapest to Zell am See: cheapest or fastest?
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- 1Budapest → Salzburgbus
FlixBus·6h 40m - 2Salzburg → Zell am Seetrain
ÖBB·1h 19m
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Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Train· 6h 49m€46Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Sep 28
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus, ÖBB; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Budapest to Zell am See works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Budapest to Salzburg, about 6h 40m. Transfer in Salzburg and continue by ÖBB train on to Zell am See (1h 19m). In total it's roughly €43 over 8h 56m, 1 transfer.
Budapest to Zell am See: common questions
How long does it take to get from Budapest to Zell am See?
The most useful route takes about 8h 56m by bus, train, 1 transfer.
Is there a bus from Budapest to Zell am See?
Our route search found a bus option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
Is there a train from Budapest to Zell am See?
Our route search found a train option, but we hold no verified timetable for this route yet. Check the operator's own timetable for departure times.
How far is Zell am See from Budapest?
About 473 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Budapest to Zell am See cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €43. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Budapest to Zell am See?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, ÖBB.
What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Zell am See?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus, ÖBB
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026