How to travel from Szentendre to Esztergom, Hungary

The distance between Szentendre and Esztergom is around 38km (24 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 36min.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Szentendre to Esztergom by bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out EsztergomSzentendre if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Aquincum and then to Esztergom.

  • Duration1h 15m
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    HUF 1,235($3)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Esztergom Rákoczi tér.

  • Duration1h 20m
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    HUF 1,235($3)
Operated by

Volanbusz

🚀 Fastest
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Drive

Drive to Esztergom.

  • Duration36min
  • Distance38km (24 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Szentendre and Esztergom

There are several options for getting from Szentendre to Esztergom by bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around HUF 1,235 ($3) and will take around 1h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 36min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately HUF 2,060 ($5).

The distance between Szentendre and Esztergom is around 38km (24 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 28km (18 miles)

It takes around 1h 20m to get from Szentendre and Esztergom by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 36min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Szentendre to Esztergom is to drive which takes around 36min and will set you back approx HUF 2,060 ($5).

The cheapest way to travel between Szentendre and Esztergom, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around HUF 1,235 ($3) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Szentendre and Esztergom. It typically takes around 1h 15m and departs every 30 mins.

There are no direct train services that runs from Szentendre to Esztergom. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Aquincum. These services run every 30 mins and will take a minimum of 1h 15m.

Máv-Hév and Hungarian Railways (MÁV) run train services between Szentendre and Esztergom. Trains depart every 30 mins and will take around 1h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Szentendre and Esztergom. It typically takes around 1h 20m and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Szentendre and Esztergom with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 1h 20m.

Volanbusz run regular bus services between Szentendre and Esztergom. Buses run hourly and take around 1h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Szentendre to Esztergom. We recommend that you take the bus to Esztergom Rákoczi tér. instead which will take 1h 20m.

The closest major airport to Esztergom is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) (BUD) which is approximately 55km (34 miles) from Esztergom.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Szentendre and Esztergom. The distance is around 38km (24 miles) by road and it will take around 36min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Szentendre to Esztergom is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 20m and will usually cost around HUF 1,235 ($3).

How do I get from Szentendre to Esztergom

Compare travel optionsbetween Szentendre and Esztergom

Transport options from Szentendre to Esztergom
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
1h 15m
HUF 1,235($3)
every 30 mins56km (35 miles)
Bus
1h 20m
HUF 1,235($3)
hourly45km (28 miles)
Drive
36min
HUF 2,060($5)
on demand38km (24 miles)

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Airports near Esztergom

The following major airports near Esztergom offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Hungary and internationally.

BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
International Airport
Distance
55km (34 miles) from Esztergom
DEB
Debrecen International Airport (DEB)
International Airport
Distance
218km (135 miles) from Esztergom