The cheapest and fastest trains from Aachen to Budapest
Cheapest price
$71
Average price
$151
Fastest journey
12 h 23 m
Average duration
13 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1009 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Budapest will cost around $151 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
Of the 5 trains that leave Aachen for Budapest on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 1009 km distance in an average of 13 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 23 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 14 h 28 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Aachen to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a train costs an average of €45.
Distance: 626 miles (1009 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€121 Average price | €106 Average price | €72 Average price Cheapest |
12h 42m Average total duration 12h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 39m Average total duration 18h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.0 - 6.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Aachen to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Budapest trains for today, Wednesday, November 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RE 10907 · ICE 621 · ICE 93 · RJX 165 | On time 7:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 13h01 | 8:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
RE 26813 · ICE 27 · EC 40347 | On time 7:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 13h28 | 9:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 13 · ICE 27 · EC 40347 | On time 8:39 AM Aachen Hbf | 12h40 | 9:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RE 26815 · ICE 105 · ICE 27 · EC 40347 | On time 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 12h28 | 9:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
RE 26815 · EC 9 · RE 29515 · ICE 29 | Delayed 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 14h28 | 11:34 PM 11:34 PMBudapest Keleti | 4 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Aachen to Budapest
Distance 626 miles (1009 km) |
Average train duration 12h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 12h 23m |
First train 00:36 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Aachen to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Aachen and Budapest from $37 (€30). 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.
FAQs: Trains from Aachen to Budapest

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Aachen to Budapest
- Monday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 21:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 20:00
- McDonald's
- Louisiana
- Dakashi sushi
- Zitalia
- Bestprice Hotel
- Chico Mendes
- Pizzeria Pont Pascha
- Vielharmonie
- Polonia
- Eiscafé am Elsassplatz
- Kennedy Grill
- Közde Kebap
- Imbiss & Kneipe
- Zeppelin Eck
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Nyugati tér.
- Két Szerecsen
- Menza Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Parlament
- Radisson Blu Béke Hotel
- Hilton Budapest City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for international trains
- Hall 2: domestic and regional train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 4, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
- 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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