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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Munich to Budapest
Cheapest price on Oct 01
€63
Average ticket price on Oct 01
€119
Fastest journey on Oct 01
6 h 52 m
Average journey duration on Oct 01
7 h 44 m
Trains on Oct 01
9
Distance
562 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Budapest will cost around €119 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €63.
On Thu, Oct 01, we found 9 trains from Munich to Budapest, including 9 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 01 the direct trains cover the 562 km distance in an average of 7 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 52 m .
On Thu, Oct 01 the slowest trains will take 9 h 28 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.
7:15 AM7h04Munich2:19 PMBudapest€631One-way0 transfers
11:25 PM14h33Munich1:58 PMBudapest€691One-way0 transfers- 12:25 AM14h33Munich2:58 PMBudapest€701One-way0 transfers
- 6:27 AM6h52Munich1:19 PMBudapest€1031One-way0 transfers
10:51 PM9h28Munich8:19 AMBudapest€1221One-way0 transfers
- 6:27 AM6h52Munich1:19 PMBudapest€1031One-way0 transfers
- 7:15 AM7h04Munich2:19 PMBudapest€631One-way0 transfers
- 10:16 AM7h13Munich5:29 PMBudapest€1841One-way0 transfers
3:16 PM8h03Munich11:19 PMBudapest€1551One-way0 transfers- 10:51 PM9h28Munich8:19 AMBudapest€1221One-way0 transfers
Live departures
Munich to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Budapest trains for today, Wednesday, September 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:16 PM Munich | 7h19 | 7:35 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:55 PM Munich | 8h24 | 9:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:29 PM Munich | 6h50 | 11:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:35 PM Munich | 12h29 | 5:04 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:45 PM Munich | 12h19 | 5:04 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:51 PM Munich | 9h28 | 7:19 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:51 PM Munich | 9h28 | 8:19 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 1 | |||||
| 12:25 AM Munich | 14h33 | 2:58 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:27 AM Munich | 6h52 | 1:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:15 AM Munich | 7h04 | 2:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Munich to Budapest
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Trains from Munich to Budapest run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 562 km distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 562 km |
Average train duration 7h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, RegioJet a.s., Sylt Shuttle Plus, ÖBB | Nightjet from Munich to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, RegioJet a.s., Sylt Shuttle Plus, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Munich and Budapest from €10. 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
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Railjet
RegioJet a.s.
Sylt Shuttle Plus
ÖBB | Nightjet
EuroNight
FAQs: Trains from Munich to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Budapest
Most Munich to Budapest trains use the München Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Munich and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Munich station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to München Hbf from Munich city centre
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf train station facilities and services
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
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 München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Getting to München Ost from Munich city centre
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost train station facilities and services
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
Getting to München Hbf (tief) from Munich city centre
München Hbf (tief) is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hbf (tief) train station facilities and services
München Hbf (tief) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant 1912, Augustiner-Keller
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at München Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at München Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at München Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Excelsior, Le Méridien Munich, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
Which Budapest station do trains from Munich 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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