The cheapest and fastest trains from Passau to Budapest
Cheapest price
€98
Average price
€98
Fastest journey
5 h 32 m
Average duration
6 h 49 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
432 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Passau to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Passau to Budapest will cost around €98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €98.
It's difficult to get from Passau to Budapest without transferring at least once.
ICE 21+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
IC 495+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
R 50 · R 51+
RJX 765+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
ICE 21+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
R 50+
RJX 61+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
ICE 21+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
R 50 · R 51+
RJX 765+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
R 50+
RJX 61+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
R 50+
IC 549+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
IC 495+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Passau to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Passau to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €23, and a flight costs an average of €120.
Distance: 432 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€97 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €262 Average price |
5h 39m Average total duration 5h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 36m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Passau to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Passau to Budapest trains for today, Thursday, November 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:29 PM Passau | 5h29 | 7:58 PM Budapest | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:29 PM Passau | 5h33 | 10:02 PM Budapest | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, November 14 | |||||
IC 495+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:24 AM Passau Hbf | 11h34 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
IC 495+ RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:24 AM Passau Hbf | 7h34 | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
R 50+ RJX 61+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:40 AM Passau Hbf | 11h18 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
R 50+ RJX 61+ RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:40 AM Passau Hbf | 7h18 | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
R 50+ IC 549+ RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:40 AM Passau Hbf | 7h18 | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
R 50 · R 51+ RJX 765+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:36 AM Passau Hbf | 10h22 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
R 50 · R 51+ RJX 765+ RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:36 AM Passau Hbf | 6h22 | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
ICE 21+ RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:26 AM Passau Hbf | 5h32 | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
ICE 21+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:26 AM Passau Hbf | 9h32 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Passau to Budapest
Trains from Passau to Budapest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €80 but you can travel from only €23 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:32, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 432 km distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 432 km |
Average train duration 5h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price €80 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 01:32 |
Last train 18:40 |
Train companies: Regiojet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet from Passau to Budapest trainsRegiojet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Passau and Budapest from €23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regiojet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB Nightjet
FAQs: Trains from Passau to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Passau 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 Passau to Budapest
- Monday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 13:30
- Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar
- Gastronomie Innsteg
- Café Kowalski
- Lecorner
- IBB Hotel Passau
- Hotel Atrium
- Hotel Herdegen Garni
- Hotel König
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access is available via Mester utca.
- Nándori Cukrászda
- Petrus Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- HUF 200
- Ibis Styles Budapest City
- Hotel Thomas Budapest
- Leonardo Hotel Budapest
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: freight services
- Tram: Line 2, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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