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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Brussels
- Cheapest price on Nov 12
- €121
- Average ticket price on Nov 12
- €175
- Fastest journey on Nov 12
- 18 h 55 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 12
- 20 h 34 m
- Trains on Nov 12
- 6
- Distance
- 1129 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Brussels is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Brussels will cost around €175 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €121.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Brussels without transferring at least 4 times.
R 4636 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 8224:40 PM 18h55 Budapest-Deli 11:35 AM Brussels-Midi €121 1 One-way 5 transfers- EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 822 · ICE 316
4:30 PM 19h05 Budapest Keleti 11:35 AM Brussels-Midi €121 1 One-way 4 transfers - R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 1090 · Bus 82159
9:40 AM 21h48 Budapest-Deli 7:28 AM Brussels-Midi €172 1 One-way 5 transfers - RJX 62 · ICE 1090 · Bus 82159 · RB 5943
9:30 AM 21h58 Budapest Keleti 7:28 AM Brussels-Midi €172 1 One-way 4 transfers - R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 19956 · EC 114
10:40 AM 21h25 Budapest-Deli 8:05 AM Brussels-Midi €233 1 One-way 10 transfers
- R 4636 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 822
4:40 PM 18h55 Budapest-Deli 11:35 AM Brussels-Midi €121 1 One-way 5 transfers - EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 822 · ICE 316
4:30 PM 19h05 Budapest Keleti 11:35 AM Brussels-Midi €121 1 One-way 4 transfers - R 4614 · EC 142 · RJX 19956 · EC 114
10:40 AM 21h25 Budapest-Deli 8:05 AM Brussels-Midi €233 1 One-way 10 transfers - EC 142 · RJX 19956 · EC 114 · ICE 910
10:30 AM 21h35 Budapest Keleti 8:05 AM Brussels-Midi €233 1 One-way 9 transfers - R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 1090 · Bus 82159
9:40 AM 21h48 Budapest-Deli 7:28 AM Brussels-Midi €172 1 One-way 5 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Brussels
Hungary
Belgium
Trains from Budapest to Brussels run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €18 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 1129 km distance in 11h 59m.
Distance 1129 km |
Average train duration 14h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 59m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 70 days |
Live departures
Budapest to Brussels train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Brussels trains for today, Wednesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116 · ICE 318 | On time 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 15h05 | 11:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
| R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116 | On time 8:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 14h55 | 11:35 PM Brussels-Midi | 4 transfers | |
| RJX 62 · ICE 1090 · Bus 82159 · RB 5943 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 21h58 | 7:28 AM Brussels-Midi | 4 transfers | |
| R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 1090 · Bus 82159 | 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 21h48 | 7:28 AM Brussels-Midi | 5 transfers | |
| RJX 68 · ICE 618 · ICE 18 | On time 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 18h05 | 9:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 2 transfers | |
| R 4626 · RJX 68 · ICE 618 · ICE 18 | On time 3:40 PM Budapest-Deli | 17h55 | 9:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 3 transfers | |
| EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 822 · ICE 316 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 19h05 | 11:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 4 transfers | |
| R 4636 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 822 | 4:40 PM Budapest-Deli | 18h55 | 11:35 AM Brussels-Midi | 5 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.
České dráhy
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Budapest and Brussels
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Brussels
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Brussels 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 Brussels, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Brussels
Most Budapest to Brussels trains use the Budapest Keleti to Bruxelles-Midi station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Central. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Brussels train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Brussels leave from?
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-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.
Getting to Ferihegy from Budapest city centre
Ferihegy is 15 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferihegy train station facilities and services
Ferihegy has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ferihegy.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ferihegy: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ferihegy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferihegy.
Which Brussels station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Bruxelles-Midi from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Midi train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Midi 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: Pullman Hotel Bar, Quick Gare du Midi, Subway, EXKi Zuid, Starbucks, Häagen-Dazs, Sbarro, The Coffee Club, The Belgian Chocolate House, PAUL, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available for a fee. ATMs are available at Bruxelles-Midi.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bruxelles-Midi. Information desks are located in the main concourse and next to the international platforms.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Midi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Midi: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Les Lofts De Styliste, Park Inn by Radisson Brussels Midi, Pullman Brussels Centre Midi.
Getting to Bruxelles-Central from Brussels city centre
Bruxelles-Central train station facilities and services
Bruxelles-Central 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: Starbucks, Brasserie 28 Brewery, Panos, Delitraiteur Eat & Go
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in Starbucks. ATMs are aTM machine is downstairs from the main entrance on the right side.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:15 - 22:00. Information desks are travel Center / information desk is located on the left side from the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 0 near Platforms 1 and 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bruxelles-Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bruxelles-Central: Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with limited mobility: elevators and escalators to platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, barrier-free toilets and accessible parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Brussels Grand Palace, Hotel NH Brussels Carrefour de l'Europe, Hôtel The Moon.
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