Budapest to Venice: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Budapest from Venice?

The distance from Budapest to Venice is 350 miles (563.3 km) as the crow flies. Venice is located WSW of Budapest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 420 miles, taking about 8h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Budapest is in Hungary, while Venice is in Italy.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Budapest and Venice. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.