Budapest to Warsaw: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Budapest from Warsaw?

The distance from Budapest to Warsaw is 338.5 miles (544.8 km) as the crow flies. Warsaw is located NNE of Budapest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 532.8 miles, taking about 8h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Budapest is in Hungary, while Warsaw is in Poland.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Warsaw. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.