Are there any COVID-19 restrictions for international travel by train between Brussels and Budapest?

Travel between Brussels, Belgium and Budapest, Hungary by train is: Unrestricted . Can I enter Hungary from Belgium? International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Hungary from Brussels? Conditions of entry: There are no current restrictions What are the safety rules to follow in Budapest, Hungary? All travelers in Hungary must observe these coronavirus safety measures: Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet) Face mask: Recommended The information above was last checked on 3/8/23. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train from Brussels to Budapest as this information can change.

What is the restriction level for the return leg of a round trip journey from Budapest, Hungary to Brussels, Belgium?

The restriction level for your return train to Brussels, Belgium from Budapest is: Unrestricted . Is my return train into Brussels from Budapest restricted? International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Hungary Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Belgium from Budapest? Conditions of reentry: There are no current restrictions What are the safety rules to follow in Brussels, Belgium? The government of Belgium has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19: Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet) Face mask required: Recommended Last checked on 3/8/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Brussels from Budapest closer to your date of departure here here.

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Cheap train tickets from Brussels to Budapest

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Cheapest

€118

Average

€189

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

08:33PMBrussels-Midi21h46 06:19PMBudapest Keleti

3 transfers

€1181One-way

2nd Cheapest

08:55PMBrussels-Midi21h24 06:19PMBudapest Keleti

6 transfers

€1991One-way

06:23AMBrussels-Midi13h56 08:19PMBudapest Keleti

2 transfers

€2021One-way

10:25AMBrussels-Midi13h54 12:19AMBudapest Keleti

2 transfers

€2131One-way

08:23AMBrussels-Midi13h57 10:20PMBudapest Keleti

2 transfers

€2131One-way

Train schedule from Brussels to Budapest

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, March 22

06:23AMBrussels-Midi13h56 08:19PMBudapest Keleti

2 transfers

08:23AMBrussels-Midi13h57 10:20PMBudapest Keleti

2 transfers

08:23AMBrussels-Midi13h56 10:19PMBudapest-Deli pu

3 transfers

10:25AMBrussels-Midi13h54 12:19AMBudapest Keleti

2 transfers

04:22PMBrussels-Midi17h57 10:19AMBudapest Keleti

4 transfers

08:33PMBrussels-Midi21h46 06:19PMBudapest Keleti

3 transfers

08:55PMBrussels-Midi21h24 06:19PMBudapest Keleti

6 transfers

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Fastest train times from Brussels to Budapest

Showing times and prices for Mar 22

Fastest Journey

13 h 54 m

Average

14 h 44 m

Trains per day

Distance

1129 km

It's difficult to get from Brussels to Budapest without transferring at least 2 times.

Fastest

10:25AMBrussels-Midi13h54 12:19AMBudapest Keleti

2 transfers

€2131One-way

2nd Fastest

08:23AMBrussels-Midi13h56 10:19PMBudapest-Deli pu

3 transfers

€2131One-way

2nd Fastest

06:23AMBrussels-Midi13h56 08:19PMBudapest Keleti

2 transfers

€2021One-way

08:23AMBrussels-Midi13h57 10:20PMBudapest Keleti

2 transfers

€2131One-way

04:22PMBrussels-Midi17h57 10:19AMBudapest Keleti

4 transfers

€2231One-way

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Overview: Train from Brussels to Budapest

	Distance	699 miles (1128 km)
	Average train duration	13 h 56 min
	Average train ticket price	$131 (€115)
	Direct train	No
	Train providers	Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Trains from Brussels to Budapest cover the 699 miles (1128 km) long route taking on average 13 h 56 min with our travel partners like Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB). There are direct train services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $131 (€115), you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as $90 (€78). Travelers depart most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi and arrive in Budapest-Déli.

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and SNCB from Brussels to Budapest trains

You can travel by train to Budapest from Brussels with Deutsche Bahn and SNCB for as low as $90 (€78). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn

SNCB

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40, 000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your train to Budapest from Brussels. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel. For example, while bathrooms are standard amenities, services like an onboard restaurant or free WiFi are only available on certain trains.

Train information from Brussels to Budapest with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 24 h 28 min
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day

SNCB is Belgium's main train company and offers First class or Second class tickets for your train between Brussels and Budapest.

SNCB from Brussels to Budapest train information:

Average Duration: 16 h 19 min
SNCB frequency: 1 a day

Travel Tips: Trains from Brussels to Budapest

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels to Budapest.

Travel between Brussels, Belgium and Budapest, Hungary by train is: Unrestricted.

Can I enter Hungary from Belgium?

International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Hungary from Brussels?

Conditions of entry:

There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Budapest, Hungary?

All travelers in Hungary must observe these coronavirus safety measures:

Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
Face mask: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 3/8/23. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train from Brussels to Budapest as this information can change.

The restriction level for your return train to Brussels, Belgium from Budapest is: Unrestricted.

Is my return train into Brussels from Budapest restricted?

International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Hungary

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Belgium from Budapest?

Conditions of reentry:

There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Brussels, Belgium?

The government of Belgium has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

Social distancing required: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
Face mask required: Recommended

Last checked on 3/8/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Brussels from Budapest closer to your date of departure here here.

Omio customers have found cheap train tickets to Budapest from Brussels for as low as $90 (€78) for the next 7 days.

The train price from Brussels to Budapest is on average $131 (€115) if you are looking to buy your tickets for this journey in the next 7 days.

The train distance from Brussels to Budapest is around 699 miles (1128 km).

The train time from Brussels to Budapest is on average 13 h 56 min for the 699 miles (1128 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Brussels and Budapest by train can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

When taking a train from Brussels, you have a couple of train stations you can depart from including Bruxelles-Midi, Brussels-Nord and Bruxelles-Central. When you arrive in Budapest, your train can arrive in train stations including Budapest-Déli, Budapest Keleti and Budapest-Kelenföld.

Omio customers traveling this route book their trains from Bruxelles-Midi to Budapest-Déli.

You can find the most popular departure train station for this route, Bruxelles-Midi, located approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) from the city center of Brussels. The most popular arrival train station in Budapest, called Budapest-Déli, is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from its city center.

For the journey from Brussels to Budapest you can take a train with Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn with connection or Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB). Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Brussels to Budapest on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

You can take the first train from Brussels to Budapest at 7: 33 PM. The last train from Brussels to Budapest that you can take departs at 7: 33 PM. Omio shows you the latest train from Brussels to Budapest schedule to help you book the best departure time for this route.

The price of a one way train ticket from Brussels to Budapest is on average $131 (€115) if you purchase within the next 7 days. But we recommend booking tickets before your planned travel date to find the best prices for trains from all possible train companies offering this route. In general, you can find train tickets between Brussels and Budapest available a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

Brussels

Budapest

Bruxelles-Midi is the most popular Brussels railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Brussels for your trip to Budapest.