Istanbul to Budapest by train
Travelling from Istanbul to Budapest by train takes about 31h 35m, run by İDO, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 1h 55m.
Recommended route
$208
31h 35m·3 transfers
Indicative price from a recent search, updated regularly. Confirm the live fare and seats with the provider at checkout. Routavio adds no booking fee.
The journey, step by step
- 1ferryYalova → Istanbul
İDO - 2busİstanbul Esenler → Constanța
FlixBus - 3busConstanța → BudapestFlixBus
train or flight?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | $208 | 31h 35m | 3 transfers |
| Recommended | $114 | 1h 55m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Istanbul to Budapest by train: common questions
How long does Istanbul to Budapest take by train?
About 31h 35m, 3 transfers.
How much is a train ticket from Istanbul to Budapest?
The best price in our latest check was $208. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Istanbul to Budapest?
İDO, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 1h 55m. It is cheaper too, at $124.
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