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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Kiel
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- $87
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- $145
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 14 h 41 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 14 h 58 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 6
- Distance
- 981 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Kiel is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Kiel will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $87.
On Fri, 13 Nov, we found 6 trains from Budapest to Kiel, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 981 km distance in an average of 14 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 41 m .
The slowest trains will take 15 h 19 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.
8:40 AM 14h41 Budapest 11:21 PM Kiel $87 1 One-way 0 changes6:40 AM 14h41 Budapest 9:21 PM Kiel $101 1 One-way 0 changes2:40 PM 17h13 Budapest 7:53 AM Kiel $126 1 One-way 0 changes9:40 AM 15h19 Budapest 12:59 AM Kiel $141 1 One-way 0 changes7:40 AM 15h18 Budapest 10:58 PM Kiel $204 1 One-way 0 changes
8:40 AM 14h41 Budapest 11:21 PM Kiel $87 1 One-way 0 changes6:40 AM 14h41 Budapest 9:21 PM Kiel $101 1 One-way 0 changes4:30 AM 14h51 Budapest 7:21 PM Kiel $213 1 One-way 0 changes7:40 AM 15h18 Budapest 10:58 PM Kiel $204 1 One-way 0 changes9:40 AM 15h19 Budapest 12:59 AM Kiel $141 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Kiel
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Trains from Budapest to Kiel run on average 6 times per day, taking around 14h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 981 km distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 981 km |
Average train duration 14h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 12h 25m |
First train 12:05 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
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Live departures
Budapest to Kiel train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Kiel trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:40 AM Budapest | 14h41 | 11:21 PM Kiel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:40 AM Budapest | 15h36 | 1:16 AM Kiel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:40 AM Budapest | 18h15 | 4:55 AM Kiel | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
| 4:30 AM Budapest | 14h51 | 7:21 PM Kiel | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6:40 AM Budapest | 14h41 | 9:21 PM Kiel | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Budapest and Kiel
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Budapest to Kiel train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Kiel 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 Kiel, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Kiel
Most Budapest to Kiel trains use the Budapest Keleti to Kiel Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Kiel train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Kiel leave from?
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-Nyugati from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Nyugati is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Nyugati train station facilities and services
Budapest-Nyugati 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: Két Szerecsen, Menza Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Nyugati: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parlament, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Hilton Budapest City.
Which Kiel station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Kiel Hbf from Kiel city centre
Kiel Hbf train station facilities and services
Kiel 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: MUM&DAD, Lunatique, McDonald's, Campus Suite
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kiel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kiel Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kiel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kiel Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kiel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kiel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kiel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kiel Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Wiking, Hotel Berliner Hof Kiel, Astor, InterCityHotel Kiel.
Most popular train connections from Budapest
Most popular trains to and from Kiel and Budapest
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