How to travel from Szolnok to Debrecen, Hungary
The distance between Szolnok and Debrecen is around 120km (75 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 1h 35m.
3 routes found
We've found 3 different ways to get from Szolnok to Debrecen by train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Debrecen → Szolnok if you're planning a return trip.
Train
Take the train to Debrecen.
- Duration1h 35m
- Departshourly
- Typical costHUF 2,885($7)
+ 1 othersTaxi
Take a taxi to Debrecen.
- Duration1h 50m
- Departson demand
- Typical costHUF 65,900($160)
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+ 1 othersFrequently asked questionsabout travel between Szolnok and Debrecen
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Szolnok to Debrecen by train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around HUF 2,885 ($7) and will take around 1h 35m.
The distance between Szolnok and Debrecen is around 120km (75 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 115km (71 miles)
It takes around 1h 35m to get from Szolnok and Debrecen by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1h 50m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Szolnok to Debrecen is to take the train which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx HUF 2,885 ($7).
The cheapest way to travel between Szolnok and Debrecen, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around HUF 2,885 ($7) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Szolnok and Debrecen. It typically takes around 1h 35m and departs hourly.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Szolnok and Debrecen with no changeovers required. The train runs hourly and takes 1h 35m.
Hungarian Railways (MÁV) and Austrian Railways (ÖBB) run train services between Szolnok and Debrecen. Trains depart hourly and will take around 1h 35m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Szolnok and Debrecen. We recommend that you take the train to Debrecen. instead which will take 1h 35m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Szolnok to Debrecen. We recommend that you take the train to Debrecen. instead which will take 1h 35m.
The closest major airport to Debrecen is Debrecen International Airport (DEB) (DEB) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Debrecen.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Szolnok and Debrecen. The distance is around 127km (79 miles) by road and it will take around 1h 50m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Szolnok to Debrecen is to take the train which takes, on average, 1h 35m and will usually cost around HUF 2,885 ($7).
Compare travel optionsbetween Szolnok and Debrecen
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Train | 1h 35m | HUF 2,885($7) | hourly | 120km (75 miles) |
Taxi | 1h 50m | HUF 65,900($160) | on demand | 127km (79 miles) |
Drive | 1h 50m | HUF 6,180($15) | on demand | 127km (79 miles) |
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Airports near Debrecen
The following major airports near Debrecen offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Hungary and internationally.
Debrecen International Airport (DEB)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Debrecen
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
- Distance
- 178km (111 miles) from Debrecen