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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Budapest
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €70
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €160
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 9 h 23 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 9 h 32 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 20
- Distance
- 745 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Budapest will cost around €160 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
It's difficult to get from Stuttgart to Budapest without transferring at least once.
ICE 699 · ICE 1211 · RJX 19975 · EC 1455:12 AM 10h12 Stuttgart Hbf 3:24 PM Budapest-Deli €70 1 One-way 4 transfers- ICE 699 · ICE 1211 · RJX 19975 · EC 145
5:12 AM 10h23 Stuttgart Hbf 3:35 PM Budapest Keleti €70 1 One-way 3 transfers - ICE 1063 · RJX 63
6:24 AM 10h11 Stuttgart Hbf 4:35 PM Budapest Keleti €106 1 One-way 1 transfer - ICE 619 · RJX 61 · IC 845
3:39 AM 10h45 Stuttgart Hbf 2:24 PM Budapest-Deli €106 1 One-way 2 transfers - ICE 619 · RJX 61
3:39 AM 10h56 Stuttgart Hbf 2:35 PM Budapest Keleti €106 1 One-way 1 transfer
- ICE 567 · RJX 261 · E 1811
2:51 PM 9h23 Stuttgart Hbf 12:14 AM Budapest-Deli €160 1 One-way 2 transfers - ICE 565 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711
12:51 PM 9h28 Stuttgart Hbf 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli €160 1 One-way 3 transfers - ICE 267 · RJX 65 · IC 843
8:51 AM 9h33 Stuttgart Hbf 6:24 PM Budapest-Deli €160 1 One-way 2 transfers - ICE 267 · RJX 65
8:51 AM 9h38 Stuttgart Hbf 6:29 PM Budapest Keleti €160 1 One-way 1 transfer - ICE 567 · RJX 261
2:51 PM 9h38 Stuttgart Hbf 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti €160 1 One-way 1 transfer
Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Budapest
Germany
Hungary
Trains from Stuttgart to Budapest run on average 12 times per day, taking around 9h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 745 km distance in 8h 29m.
Distance 745 km |
Average train duration 9h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 8h 29m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Live departures
Stuttgart to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Budapest trains for today, Saturday, October 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 619 · RJX 61 | Delayed 2:39 AM 3:43 AMStuttgart Hbf | 10h52 | 1:37 PM 1:37 PMBudapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 619 · RJX 61 · IC 845 | Delayed 2:39 AM 3:43 AMStuttgart Hbf | 10h41 | 2:24 PM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 699 · ICE 1211 · RJX 19975 · EC 145 | Delayed 4:12 AM 5:12 AMStuttgart Hbf | 10h23 | 3:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 699 · ICE 1211 · RJX 19975 · EC 145 | Delayed 4:12 AM 5:12 AMStuttgart Hbf | 10h12 | 3:24 PM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
 ICE 699 · ICE 1211+ RJX 63 | Delayed 4:12 AM 5:12 AMStuttgart Hbf | 11h23 | 3:36 PM 3:36 PMBudapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
| RJX 61+ICE 619 | Delayed 6:09 AM 3:39 AMStuttgart Hbf | 10h56 | 5:15 AM 5:15 AMBudapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
RJX19975+ EC 145+ICE 699 · ICE 1211 | On time 5:12 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 10h23 | 3:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1063 · RJX 63 | On time 6:24 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 10h11 | 4:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
| EC 115+RJX 161+EC 147+ICE 991 | 7:16 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 10h13 | 5:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
| EC 115+RJX 186+EC 147+ICE 991 | 7:16 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 10h13 | 5:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
| EC 115+RJX 161+EC 147+ICE 991 | 7:16 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 10h13 | 5:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 267 · RJX 65 · IC 843 | On time 8:51 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 9h33 | 6:24 PM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 267 · RJX 65 | On time 8:51 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 9h38 | 6:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 563 · RJX 67 | On time 10:51 AM Stuttgart Hbf | 9h44 | 8:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 565 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711 | On time 12:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 9h28 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 565 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 12:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 9h44 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 567 · RJX 261 · E 1811 | On time 2:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 9h23 | 12:14 AM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 567 · RJX 261 | On time 2:51 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 9h38 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1095 · EC 1219 · REX 7638 · R 9919 | On time 3:59 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 15h05 | 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
ICE 519+ 79039+RJX 13483 · REX 7638 | On time 4:17 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 14h47 | 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli | 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.
ÖBB
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
EuroNight
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Stuttgart and Budapest
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FAQs: Trains from Stuttgart to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Budapest
Most Stuttgart to Budapest trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Stuttgart station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf train station facilities and services
Stuttgart 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: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Getting to Stuttgart Hbf (tief) from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart Hbf (tief) train station facilities and services
Stuttgart 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 Amici, Block House Stuttgart
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief). Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf (tief): Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof, Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten.
Getting to Stuttgart-Feuerbach from Stuttgart city centre
Stuttgart-Feuerbach is 3 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart-Feuerbach train station facilities and services
Stuttgart-Feuerbach 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: Dolce Cafe Bar, Höhencafe Killesberg, Distelfarm, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach. ATMs are available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach. Information desks are available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart-Feuerbach.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Messehotel Europe, Ibis budget Stuttgart City Nord, Alpha, B&B Hotel.
Which Budapest station do trains from Stuttgart 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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