Pécs to Budapest by train
Budapest lies 170 km (106 mi) north of Pécs, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 2 h 26 min at the speeds typical of Hungary rail, over roughly 207 km (129 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Pécs | Budapest | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Hungary | Hungary |
| Population | 145,347 | 1.7 million |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 104 m (341 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Budapest) | UTC+2 (Europe/Budapest) |
| Stations on record | Pécs railway station, Pécs-Külváros railway station, Pécsbánya-Rendező railway station | Budapest Keleti railway station, Budapest-Nyugati railway station, Budapest-Déli railway station |
| Postal codes | 7600–7693 | 1007–1239 |
Where to book trains from Pécs to Budapest
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Staying in Budapest
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Common questions
How far is Budapest from Pécs?
170 km (106 mi) in a straight line, north of Pécs; by road roughly 207 km (129 mi).
How long does it take to get from Pécs to Budapest by train?
About 2 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Pécs and Budapest?
No, both are on Europe/Budapest at the moment.
Where can I stay in Budapest?
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Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.