How to travel from Szolnok to Kecskemét, Hungary

The distance between Szolnok and Kecskemét is around 57km (35 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the train which takes around 42min.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Szolnok to Kecskemét by train, bus, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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

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Train via Cegled

Take the train to Cegled and then to Kecskemet.

  • Duration42min
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    HUF 1,645($4)

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Bus

Take the bus to Nagykőrös Szabadság tér and then to Kecskemét aut. áll..

  • Duration1h 15m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    HUF 1,235($3)
Operated by

Volanbusz

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Kecskemét.

  • Duration55min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    HUF 24,710($60)
Operated by

Szolnok Fix Taxi

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Drive

Drive to Kecskemét.

  • Duration55min
  • Distance60km (37 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Szolnok and Kecskemét

There are several options for getting from Szolnok to Kecskemét by train, bus, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around HUF 1,235 ($3) and will take around 1hr. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take the train and arrive in approximately 42min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately HUF 1,645 ($4).

The distance between Szolnok and Kecskemét is around 57km (35 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 48km (30 miles)

It takes around 1hr to get from Szolnok and Kecskemét by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 55min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Szolnok to Kecskemét is to take the train which takes around 42min and will set you back approx HUF 1,645 ($4).

The cheapest way to travel between Szolnok and Kecskemét, if you exclude driving, is to take the train 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 Szolnok and Kecskemét. It typically takes around 1hr and departs every 2 hours.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Szolnok and Kecskemét with no changeovers required. The train runs every 2 hours and takes 1hr.

Hungarian Railways (MÁV) and Romanian Railways (CFR) run train services between Szolnok and Kecskemét. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 1hr, 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 Szolnok and Kecskemét. It typically takes around 1h 15m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Szolnok to Kecskemét. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Nagykőrös Szabadság tér. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 1h 15m.

Volanbusz run regular bus services between Szolnok and Kecskemét. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 1h 15m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Szolnok to Kecskemét. We recommend that you take the train to Kecskemet. instead which will take 1hr.

The closest major airport to Kecskemét is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) (BUD) which is approximately 67km (42 miles) from Kecskemét.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Szolnok and Kecskemét. The distance is around 60km (37 miles) by road and it will take around 55min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Szolnok to Kecskemét is to take the train which takes, on average, 1hr and will usually cost around HUF 1,235 ($3).

How do I get from Szolnok to Kecskemét

Compare travel optionsbetween Szolnok and Kecskemét

Transport options from Szolnok to Kecskemét
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train via Cegled + 1 similar
42min
HUF 1,645($4)
hourly61km (38 miles)
Train1hr
HUF 1,235($3)
every 2 hours61km (38 miles)
Bus
1h 15m
HUF 1,235($3)
5 times a day57km (35 miles)
Taxi
55min
HUF 24,710($60)
on demand60km (37 miles)
Drive
55min
HUF 2,885($7)
on demand60km (37 miles)

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Airports near Kecskemét

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

BUD
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
International Airport
Distance
67km (42 miles) from Kecskemét
DEB
Debrecen International Airport (DEB)
International Airport
Distance
159km (99 miles) from Kecskemét