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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Göttingen to Budapest
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- €55
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- €125
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 11 h 17 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 11 h 42 m
- Trains on Nov 02
- 5
- Distance
- 795 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Göttingen to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Göttingen to Budapest will cost around €125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 5 trains from Göttingen to Budapest, including 5 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct trains cover the 795 km distance in an average of 11 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 17 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest trains will take 13 h 7 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.
8:02 AM 11h17 Göttingen 7:19 PM Budapest €55 1 One-way 0 transfers9:02 AM 11h17 Göttingen 8:19 PM Budapest €103 1 One-way 0 transfers7:02 AM 11h17 Göttingen 6:19 PM Budapest €147 1 One-way 0 transfers11:12 PM 13h07 Göttingen 12:19 PM Budapest €147 1 One-way 0 transfers7:05 AM 11h30 Göttingen 6:35 PM Budapest €173 1 One-way 0 transfers
7:02 AM 11h17 Göttingen 6:19 PM Budapest €147 1 One-way 0 transfers9:02 AM 11h17 Göttingen 8:19 PM Budapest €103 1 One-way 0 transfers8:02 AM 11h17 Göttingen 7:19 PM Budapest €55 1 One-way 0 transfers7:05 AM 11h30 Göttingen 6:35 PM Budapest €173 1 One-way 0 transfers11:12 PM 13h07 Göttingen 12:19 PM Budapest €147 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Göttingen to Budapest
Germany
Hungary
Trains from Göttingen to Budapest run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:53, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 795 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 795 km |
Average train duration 10h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 15m |
First train 12:53 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Göttingen to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Göttingen to Budapest trains for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:02 AM Göttingen | 11h17 | 7:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet from Göttingen to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Göttingen and Budapest from €38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Nightjet
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Göttingen and Budapest
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Göttingen to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Göttingen 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 Göttingen to Budapest
Most Göttingen to Budapest trains use the Göttingen to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Göttingen and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Göttingen station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Göttingen from Göttingen city centre
Göttingen train station facilities and services
Göttingen 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: Mannamia, Europic, Efes Döner, Bratwurst Glöckle
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Göttingen. ATMs are available at Göttingen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Göttingen. Information desks are available at Göttingen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Göttingen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Göttingen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Göttingen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Göttingen.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Kasseler Hof, Hotel Schiffer, B&B Hotel Göttingen-City.
Which Budapest station do trains from Göttingen arrive at?
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.
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