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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Budapest
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
71₫
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
157₫
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
13 h 18 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
13 h 20 m
Trains on 28 Sept
13
Distance
928 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Budapest will cost around 157₫ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 71₫.
To travel from Hamburg to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 186 · EC 14712:33 AM16h46Hamburg Hbf5:19 PMBudapest-Deli71 ₫1One-way6 changes- ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 186 · EC 14712:33 AM16h56Hamburg Hbf5:29 PMBudapest Keleti71 ₫1One-way5 changes
- ICE 783 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 1496:01 AM13h18Hamburg Hbf7:19 PMBudapest-Deli146 ₫1One-way4 changes
- ICE 783 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 1496:01 AM13h28Hamburg Hbf7:29 PMBudapest Keleti146 ₫1One-way3 changes
- ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 46318:01 AM13h18Hamburg Hbf9:19 PMBudapest-Deli160 ₫1One-way3 changes
- ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 46318:01 AM13h18Hamburg Hbf9:19 PMBudapest-Deli160 ₫1One-way3 changes
- ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 47119:01 AM13h18Hamburg Hbf10:19 PMBudapest-Deli160 ₫1One-way3 changes
- ICE 783 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 1496:01 AM13h18Hamburg Hbf7:19 PMBudapest-Deli146 ₫1One-way4 changes
- ICE 581 · RJX 65 · R 46435:01 AM13h18Hamburg Hbf6:19 PMBudapest-Deli236 ₫1One-way2 changes
- ICE 587 · RJX 26111:01 AM13h28Hamburg Hbf12:29 AMBudapest Keleti160 ₫1One-way1 change
Live departures
Hamburg to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 186 · EC 147 | Delayed 3:27 AM 12:33 AMHamburg Hbf | 16h56 | 5:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 5 changes | |
| ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 186 · EC 147 | Delayed 3:27 AM 12:33 AMHamburg Hbf | 16h46 | 5:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 6 changes | |
| ICE 581 · RJX 65 | On time 5:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h28 | 6:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
| ICE 581 · RJX 65 · R 4643 | On time 5:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h18 | 6:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 2 changes | |
| ICE 783 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 6:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h18 | 7:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 4 changes | |
| ICE 783 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 6:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h28 | 7:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 changes | |
| ICE 583 · RJX 67 | On time 7:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h34 | 8:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
| ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 4631 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h18 | 9:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 changes | |
| ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | On time 8:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h34 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
| ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h34 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
| ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711 | On time 9:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h18 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 changes | |
| ICE 587 · RJX 261 | On time 11:01 AM Hamburg Hbf | 13h28 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
| ICE 789 · EC 1219 · REX 7638 · R 9919 | On time 12:01 PM Hamburg Hbf | 19h03 | 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Budapest
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Hungary
Trains from Hamburg to Budapest run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 38₫ but you can travel from only 35₫ by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 928 km distance in 10h 44m.
Distance 928 km |
Average train duration 12h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price 38₫ |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 44m |
First train 12:12 AM |
Last train 11:49 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 63 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight from Hamburg to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight trains will get you between Hamburg 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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Nightjet
EuroNight
FAQs: Hamburg to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg and Budapest
Most Hamburg to Budapest trains use the Hamburg Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg 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: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
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 Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg 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: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg Airport from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Airport is 6 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Airport train station facilities and services
Hamburg Airport 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: McDonald's, St. Pauli, Scoom, McCafé
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg Airport. ATMs are available at Hamburg Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Airport. Information desks are available at Hamburg Airport.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Airport.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Inn Airport.
Which Budapest station do trains from Hamburg 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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