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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Hamburg
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €49
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €154
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 12 h 55 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 13 h 9 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 35
- Distance
- 928 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Hamburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Hamburg will cost around €154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €49.
On Sun, Nov 01, we found 35 trains from Budapest to Hamburg, including 1 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 01 the direct trains cover the 928 km distance in an average of 13 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
On Sun, Nov 01 the slowest trains will take 13 h 22 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.
EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 888+
794044:30 PM 17h27 Budapest Keleti 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf €49 1 One-way 3 transfers- IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 888
4:35 PM 17h22 Budapest-Deli 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf €49 1 One-way 4 transfers - EC 280 · RJ 176
5:30 AM 12h55 Budapest-Nyugati 6:25 PM Hamburg Hbf €90 1 One-way 1 transfer - EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 888+79404
4:30 PM 17h27 Budapest Keleti 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf €91 1 One-way 3 transfers - IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 888
4:35 PM 17h22 Budapest-Deli 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf €91 1 One-way 4 transfers
- EC 280 · RJ 176
5:30 AM 12h55 Budapest-Nyugati 6:25 PM Hamburg Hbf €90 1 One-way 1 transfer - RJ 174
7:30 AM 12h55 Budapest-Nyugati 8:25 PM Hamburg Hbf €200 1 One-way 0 transfers - EC 278 · RJ 172
9:30 AM 13h12 Budapest-Nyugati 10:42 PM Hamburg Hbf €200 1 One-way 1 transfer - IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116
8:35 AM 13h22 Budapest-Deli 9:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €236 1 One-way 4 transfers - IC 860 · RJX 162 · ICE 118 · ICE 786
6:35 AM 13h22 Budapest-Deli 7:57 PM Hamburg Hbf €244 1 One-way 3 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Hamburg
Hungary
Germany
Trains from Budapest to Hamburg run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 928 km distance in 10h 59m.
Distance 928 km |
Average train duration 13h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 59m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 56 days |
Live departures
Budapest to Hamburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Hamburg trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R 4980 · R 9910 · REX 7605 · RJX 260 | On time 1:25 AM Budapest-Deli | 16h32 | 5:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| EC 280 · RJ 176 | On time 5:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 12h55 | 6:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 162 · ICE 118 · ICE 786 | On time 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h27 | 7:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 860 · RJX 162 · ICE 118 · ICE 786 | On time 6:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h22 | 7:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| RJ 174 | On time 7:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 12h55 | 8:25 PM Hamburg Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116 · ICE 784 | On time 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h27 | 9:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116 | On time 8:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h22 | 9:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| EC 278 · RJ 172 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 13h12 | 10:42 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 852 · RJX 62 · ICE 782 | On time 9:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 14h30 | 12:05 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 142 · RJX 166 · EC 114 · ICE 782 | On time 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h35 | 12:05 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 864 · EC 142 · RJX 166 · EC 114 | On time 10:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h30 | 12:05 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| RJX 66 · ICE 1080 | On time 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h12 | 6:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 854 · RJX 66 · ICE 1080 | On time 1:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 17h07 | 6:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
 NJ 492+ ICE 778+ RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h00 | 8:30 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| NJ 492+ICE 778+RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h00 | 8:30 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
NJ 492+ICE 778+ S S1+RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h20 | 8:50 AM Hamburg Altona | 3 transfers | |
| NJ 492+RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h26 | 8:56 AM Hamburg Altona | 1 transfer | |
| NJ 492+RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h08 | 8:38 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 68+NJ 492 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h08 | 8:38 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| NJ 492+RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h26 | 8:56 AM Hamburg Altona | 1 transfer | |
| NJ 492+ICE 778+S S1+RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h20 | 8:50 AM Hamburg Altona | 3 transfers | |
| NJ 492+RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h08 | 8:38 AM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| NJ 492+RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h26 | 8:56 AM Hamburg Altona | 1 transfer | |
| EC 148 · RJX 19972+79404+ICE 888 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h27 | 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EC 148 · RJX 19972+79404+ICE 888 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h27 | 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972+79404 | 4:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 17h22 | 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972+79404 | 4:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 17h22 | 9:57 AM Hamburg Hbf | 4 transfers | |
 EN 40476+ RJ 870 | 7:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 15h10 | 10:40 AM Hamburg Altona | 1 transfer | |
| EN 40476+ICE 2074+RE4 | 7:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 14h41 | 10:11 AM Hamburg Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EN 40476+ICE 2074+S S7+RE4 | 7:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 15h03 | 10:33 AM Hamburg Altona | 3 transfers | |
| EN 50462+ICE 882 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h27 | 1:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EN 50462+ICE 1102 · ICE 684+DB S8 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 16h27 | 12:57 PM Hamburg Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| EN 50462+ICE 1102 · ICE 602+DB S8 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h10 | 1:40 PM Hamburg Altona | 3 transfers | |
| EN 50462+ICE 1102 · ICE 684+S S3 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 16h48 | 1:18 PM Hamburg Altona | 4 transfers | |
| EN 50462+ICE 882+S S3 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h48 | 2:18 PM Hamburg Altona | 2 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 | Nightjet
EuroNight
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FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Hamburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Hamburg 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 Hamburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Hamburg
Most Budapest to Hamburg trains use the Budapest Keleti to Hamburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Hamburg-Harburg. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Hamburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Hamburg 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 Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
Budapest-Kelenföld 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: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Which Hamburg station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
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