The cheapest and fastest trains from Bonn to Budapest
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €74
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €121
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 13 h 5 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 13 h 8 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 939 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bonn to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bonn to Budapest will cost around €121 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €74.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 6 trains from Bonn to Budapest, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 939 km distance in an average of 13 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 13 h 12 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.

7:14 AM 13h05 Bonn 8:19 PM Budapest €74 1 One-way 0 changes
8:14 AM 13h05 Bonn 9:19 PM Budapest €96 1 One-way 0 changes
6:14 AM 13h05 Bonn 7:19 PM Budapest €109 1 One-way 0 changes
9:07 AM 13h12 Bonn 10:19 PM Budapest €111 1 One-way 0 changes
6:17 AM 13h18 Bonn 7:35 PM Budapest €159 1 One-way 0 changes

8:14 AM 13h05 Bonn 9:19 PM Budapest €96 1 One-way 0 changes
7:14 AM 13h05 Bonn 8:19 PM Budapest €74 1 One-way 0 changes
6:14 AM 13h05 Bonn 7:19 PM Budapest €109 1 One-way 0 changes
9:07 AM 13h12 Bonn 10:19 PM Budapest €111 1 One-way 0 changes
8:07 AM 13h12 Bonn 9:19 PM Budapest €177 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bonn to Budapest
Trains from Bonn to Budapest run on average 6 times per day, taking around 11h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €35 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:23, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 939 km distance in 10h 27m.
Distance 939 km |
Average train duration 11h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 27m |
First train 12:23 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Live departures
Bonn to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Bonn to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:14 AM Bonn | 13h05 | 7:19 PM Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:17 AM Bonn | 13h18 | 7:35 PM Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:14 AM Bonn | 13h05 | 8:19 PM Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:07 AM Bonn | 13h12 | 9:19 PM Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:14 AM Bonn | 13h05 | 9:19 PM Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:07 AM Bonn | 13h12 | 10:19 PM Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Why should you book Bonn to Budapest trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Deutsche Bahn with all available travel options, which are bus, flight and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bonn to Budapest.
Why book with Omio over Trainline or Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, flight and train to find the ideal travel option from Bonn to Budapest.
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Bonn to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Bonn and Budapest from €35. 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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Bonn and Budapest
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Bonn to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bonn 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
Important Stations and Airports in Bonn and Budapest
Most Bonn to Budapest trains use the Bonn Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Bonn and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bonn station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Bonn Hbf from Bonn city centre
Bonn Hbf train station facilities and services
Bonn 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: Magd und Knecht, Cafébar Macchiato, Frittebud, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn Hbf. ATMs are available at Bonn Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bonn Hbf. Information desks are available at Bonn Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bonn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bonn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bonn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Motel One, Hotel Rheinland, Hotel Löhndorf, Villa Esplanade.
Getting to Bonn-Mehlem from Bonn city centre
Bonn-Mehlem is 9 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Mehlem train station facilities and services
Bonn-Mehlem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Altes Fährhaus, Hokkaido Sushi- und Grillrestaurant, Alte Liebe, Café Konditorei Nick
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Mehlem. ATMs are available at Bonn-Mehlem.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Mehlem. Information desks are available at Bonn-Mehlem.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Mehlem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bonn-Mehlem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bonn-Mehlem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Mehlem.
Getting to Bonn-Beuel from Bonn city centre
Bonn-Beuel is 2 km from Bonn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bonn-Beuel train station facilities and services
Bonn-Beuel 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: Cafe Wagner, Stadt-Café, Freundlicher Imbiss, Beueler Döner- & Pizza-Center
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bonn-Beuel. ATMs are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bonn-Beuel. Information desks are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bonn-Beuel. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bonn-Beuel: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bonn-Beuel.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Garten Hotel, Portofino.
Which Budapest station do trains from Bonn 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.
More options for your journey from Bonn to Budapest
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
