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Museum of Fine Arts
Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.
Cheapest price
CHF78
Average price
CHF127
Fastest journey
13 h 4 m
Average duration
13 h 29 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
954 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bremen to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bremen to Budapest will cost around CHF127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF78.
It's difficult to get from Bremen to Budapest without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 2039 · ICE 789 · EC 1219 · REX 7638
IC 2039+
ICE 789+
EC 1219+
REX 6
IC 2035 · ICE 543 · RJ 175
ICE 1577 · ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341
ICE 1577 · ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341
ICE 1577 · ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341
IC 2035 · ICE 785 · S5 · ICE 119
ICE 1577 · ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341
IC 2035 · ICE 785 · S5 · ICE 119
IC 2035 · ICE 543 · RJ 175Trains from Bremen to Budapest run on average 12 times per day, taking around 15h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at CHF40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 592 miles (954 km) distance in 12h 59m.
Distance 592 miles (954 km) |
Average train duration 15h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF40 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 12h 59m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
The table below shows live departures for Bremen to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2035 · ICE 785 · S5 · ICE 119 | On time 8:09 AM Bremen Hbf | 13h26 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
IC 2035 · ICE 785 · S5 · ICE 119 | On time 8:09 AM Bremen Hbf | 13h10 | 9:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 5 transfers | |
IC 2035 · ICE 543 · RJ 175 | On time 8:09 AM Bremen Hbf | 14h27 | 10:36 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1577 · ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 9:15 AM Bremen Hbf | 13h04 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1577 · ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 9:15 AM Bremen Hbf | 13h20 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
IC 2039 · ICE 789 · EC 1219 · REX 7638 | On time 12:09 PM Bremen Hbf | 18h55 | 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli | 5 transfers | |
IC 2039+ ICE 789+ EC 1219+ R 9919 | On time 12:09 PM Bremen Hbf | 18h55 | 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli | 5 transfers | |
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Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.
Leading contemporary art museum with strong Hungarian and international shows. Worth visiting for bold exhibitions in a landmark modern building.
National museum covering Hungarian history, archaeology, and statehood. A classic stop for understanding the country beyond Budapest’s landmarks.
UNESCO-listed castle quarter of cobbled streets, courtyards, and viewpoints. Best for atmosphere, heritage walks, and some of Budapest’s finest vistas.
Elegant Andrássy Avenue links the center with Heroes’ Square through palaces and shops. A grand boulevard ideal for walking and historic city views.
Large central park with boating lake, baths, museums, and promenades. A versatile area for families, relaxed walks, and major city attractions.
A rich paprika beef soup with potatoes and vegetables. It is Hungary’s signature comfort dish and a staple in homes and traditional inns.
Slow-cooked beef stew with lots of onion and paprika, usually served with nokedli. A classic example of deep Hungarian paprika flavor.
River fish soup, often carp-based, cooked with hot paprika. It is especially traditional along the Danube and at festive family meals.
Refined Hungarian dining in a historic building, with updated national classics and strong wine service in a formal atmosphere.
Michelin-starred fine dining with a modern tasting menu rooted in Hungarian ingredients. Stylish, intimate, and one of Budapest’s top tables.
Traditional Hungarian restaurant known for goulash, pörkölt, and live music. Warm, old-style atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Europe: stays and dining are cheaper than in Western capitals, while central hotels and tourist areas cost more. Transit is good value.
About 10% is common in restaurants if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis and leave small change or round up at cafes.
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Budapest Keleti Railway Station -> Deák Ferenc tér
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bremen 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.

Most Bremen to Budapest trains use the Bremen Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Bremen and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bremen Hbf is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen 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 options include: Du & ich, Mexcal, Savarin, Aldo
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Hbf. ATMs are available at Bremen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Hbf. Information desks are available at Bremen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include City-Hotel, Buthmann, Hotel Bremer Haus, Courtyard by Marriott.
Bremen Neustadt is 1 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen Neustadt 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 options include: Burgerme, Pachamama, Novazena, Cafe & Bar Celona
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen Neustadt. ATMs are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen Neustadt. Information desks are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen Neustadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen Neustadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen Neustadt.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadt Bremen, Ibis Styles Bremen Altstadt, Westfalia, Hotel ÜberFluss.
Bremen-Walle is 3 km from Bremen city centre. Public transport options include:
Bremen-Walle 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 options include: Almaz, Muru's Curry, Aris da Franco, Palast Grill 7
Wi-Fi is available at Bremen-Walle. ATMs are available at Bremen-Walle.
Ticket office support is available at Bremen-Walle. Information desks are available at Bremen-Walle.
Luggage storage is available at Bremen-Walle. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bremen-Walle: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bremen-Walle: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bremen-Walle.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
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 storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
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