The cheapest and fastest trains from Berlin Hbf to Budapest
- Cheapest price on Nov 08
- €90
- Average ticket price on Nov 08
- €169
- Fastest journey on Nov 08
- 11 h
- Average journey duration on Nov 08
- 11 h 16 m
- Trains on Nov 08
- 15
- Distance
- 690 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Hbf to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Hbf to Budapest will cost around €169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
On Sun, Nov 08, we found 15 trains from Berlin Hbf to Budapest, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 08 the direct trains cover the 690 km distance in an average of 11 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h .
On Sun, Nov 08 the slowest trains will take 12 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RJ 177 · REX 7799 · ARV 1331 · R 94293:28 PM 16h21 Berlin Hbf 7:49 AM Budapest-Deli €90 1 One-way 5 transfers
RJ 177 · REX 7799 · ARV 1331 · R 94293:28 PM 16h04 Berlin Hbf 7:32 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld €90 1 One-way 4 transfers
RJ 383 · RJ 259+
R 9919+
REX 61:28 PM 17h36 Berlin Hbf 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli €97 1 One-way 4 transfers
ICE 1103 · RJ 263 · REX 7799 · ARV 13314:37 PM 14h55 Berlin Hbf 7:32 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld €101 1 One-way 6 transfers
RJ 173 · EC 2819:28 AM 11h00 Berlin Hbf 8:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati €106 1 One-way 1 transfer
RJ 173 · EC 2819:28 AM 11h00 Berlin Hbf 8:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati €106 1 One-way 1 transfer
RJ 17511:28 AM 11h00 Berlin Hbf 10:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati €140 1 One-way 0 transfers
RJ 17511:28 AM 11h00 Berlin Hbf 10:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati €234 1 One-way 0 transfers
RJ 173+
EC 2819:28 AM 11h00 Berlin Hbf 8:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati €234 1 One-way 1 transfer
ICE 707 · RJX 261 · E 181111:55 AM 12h19 Berlin Hbf 12:14 AM Budapest-Deli €160 1 One-way 2 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Berlin Hbf to Budapest
Trains from Berlin Hbf to Budapest run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €20 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 21:28. The fastest train covers the 690 km distance in 9h 23m.
Distance 690 km |
Average train duration 11h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €20 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 9h 23m |
First train 6:08 AM |
Last train 9:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Live departures
Berlin Hbf to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Berlin Hbf to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 173 · EC 281 | On time 9:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 11h00 | 8:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
RJ 173+ EC 281 | On time 9:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 11h00 | 8:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1505 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711 | On time 9:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 12h42 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1505+ RJX 69+ EC 341 | On time 9:37 AM Berlin Hbf | 12h58 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJ 175 | On time 11:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 11h00 | 10:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 175 | On time 11:28 AM Berlin Hbf | 11h00 | 10:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 707 · RJX 261 · E 1811 | On time 11:55 AM Berlin Hbf | 12h19 | 12:14 AM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
ICE 707 · RJX 261 | On time 11:55 AM Berlin Hbf | 12h34 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
RJX 261+ ICE 707 | Delayed 4:12 PM 11:55 AMBerlin Hbf | 12h34 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1009 · EC 1219 · REX 7638 · R 9919 | On time 12:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 18h27 | 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
RJ 383 · RJ 259+ REX 6+ R 9919 | 1:28 PM Berlin Hbf | 17h36 | 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1509+ 79039+ RJX 13483 · REX 7638 | On time 1:36 PM Berlin Hbf | 17h28 | 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli | 5 transfers | |
RJ 177 · REX 7799 · ARV 1331 · R 9429 | On time 3:28 PM Berlin Hbf | 16h21 | 7:49 AM Budapest-Deli | 5 transfers | |
RJ 177 · REX 7799 · ARV 1331 · R 9429 | On time 3:28 PM Berlin Hbf | 16h04 | 7:32 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1103+ 79045+ RJ 263 · REX 7799 | On time 4:37 PM Berlin Hbf | 14h55 | 7:32 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 6 transfers | |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | InterCity
EuroNight
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Berlin Hbf and Budapest
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FAQs: Trains from Berlin Hbf to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Berlin Hbf to Budapest by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Berlin Hbf to Budapest
Most Berlin Hbf to Budapest trains use the Berlin Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Nyugati. Use this guide to compare Berlin Hbf and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Berlin Hbf from Berlin city centre
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf train station facilities and services
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Nyugati from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Nyugati is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Nyugati train station facilities and services
Budapest-Nyugati has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Két Szerecsen, Menza Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Nyugati: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parlament, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Hilton Budapest City.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
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