The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
12 h 10 m
Average duration
13 h 11 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
960 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
Of the 2 trains that leave Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for Cologne Bonn Airport on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 960 km distance in an average of 13 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 10 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 14 h 12 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.
7:40 AM14h12Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport9:52 PMCologne Bonn Airport$961One-way0 transfers
9:40 AM12h10Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport9:50 PMCologne Bonn Airport$1701One-way0 transfers
9:40 AM12h10Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport9:50 PMCologne Bonn Airport$1701One-way0 transfers
7:40 AM14h12Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport9:52 PMCologne Bonn Airport$961One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $72.
Distance: 596 miles (960 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$105 Average price | $271 Average price | $97 Average price Cheapest | $140 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration Fastest 1h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 24m Average total duration 20h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport:
A bus is $9 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average $105 (€84).
A bus is $174 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport costing on average $271 (€216).
Other travel options to Cologne Bonn Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 10m.
Bus takes on average 20h 54m.
Tickets start at around $105 (€84) compared to roughly $140 (€112) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $35 (€28). The journey takes 12h 10m versus 10h 48m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 14h12 | 9:52 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 12h58 | 9:38 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 12h10 | 9:50 PM Cologne Bonn Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
Trains from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 12h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:40, the last at 10:40. The fastest train covers the 596 miles (960 km) distance in 11h 42m.
Distance 596 miles (960 km) |
Average train duration 12h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 11h 42m |
First train 7:40 AM |
Last train 10:40 AM |
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FAQs: Trains from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport 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 Cologne Bonn Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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