Budapest to Berlin train with Deutsche Bahn (EC,ICE,IC,RE,RB)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Berlin

Showing times and prices for Jun 25

Cheapest price

$64

Average price

$169

Fastest journey

11 h 3 m

Average duration

11 h 19 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

688 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Budapest to Berlin will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Budapest to Berlin without transferring at least once.

Deutsche BahnEC 278 · EC 170
09:10AM11h33
Budapest Keleti
08:43PMBerlin Hbf
$641One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnEC 140 · RJX 766 · EC 112 · ICE 1002
08:40AM11h03
Budapest Keleti
07:43PMBerlin Hbf
$851One-way
3 transfers
Deutsche BahnEC 144 · RJX 168 · REX 5912 · RE 4083
12:40PM11h37
Budapest Keleti
12:17AMBerlin Hbf
$851One-way
5 transfers
Deutsche BahnRJX 62 · ICE 1104
09:40AM11h16
Budapest Keleti
08:56PMBerlin Hbf
$2261One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche BahnRJX 64 · ICE 1102
11:40AM11h12
Budapest Keleti
10:52PMBerlin Hbf
$2261One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg.

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Bus

€90

Average price

€183

Average price

€57

Average price

Cheapest

13h 39m

Average duration

13h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 57m

Average duration

Fastest

5h 57m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

13h 32m

Average duration

13h 2m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.1 - 4.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

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Live departures

Budapest to Berlin train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 25
Last updated at 10:56 AM
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deutsche_bahnEC 140 · RJX 766 · EC 112 · ICE 10026:40 AM Budapest Keleti
11h03
5:43 PM Berlin Hbf3 transfers
deutsche_bahnEC 278 · EC 1707:10 AM Budapest Keleti
11h33
6:43 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
obb_eurocityEC 278 · EC 1707:10 AM Budapest Keleti
11h33
6:43 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahnRJX 62 · ICE 1104
On time
7:40 AM Budapest Keleti
11h16
6:56 PM Berlin Hbf
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnRJX 64 · ICE 11029:40 AM Budapest Keleti
11h12
8:52 PM Berlin Hbf1 transfer
deutsche_bahnEC 144 · RJX 168 · REX 5912 · RE 408310:40 AM Budapest Keleti
11h37
10:17 PM Berlin Hbf5 transfers

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Budapest to Berlin?

The best time to book your train from Budapest to Berlin is 91 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Budapest to Berlin route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Budapest to Berlin per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Budapest to Berlin.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Budapest to Berlin

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Trains from Budapest to Berlin run on average 12 times per day, taking around 13h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 (€29) if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
427 miles (688 km)
Average train duration
13h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$36 (€29)
Trains per day
12
Fastest train
11h 12m
First train
04:30
Last train
22:25
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight and ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Budapest to Berlin trains

Find the best trains to Berlin from Budapest with Omio's travel partners Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight and ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from $36 (€29). We can find you the best deals, schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the best journey.

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. 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.

Deutsche Bahn from Budapest to Berlin train information:

  • Average Duration: 11 h 13 min
  • Cheapest Price: $49

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popular train stations

Popular train stations from Budapest to Berlin

Budapest
Berlin
The major train station for departures in Budapest is Budapest-Nyugati. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Budapest-Nyugati for your trip from Budapest to Berlin.
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AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
17
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • 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.
Dining
Dining
  • Két Szerecsen
  • Menza Restaurant
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • HUF 200
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Parlament
  • Radisson Blu Béke Hotel
  • Hilton Budapest City
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for international trains
  • Hall 2: domestic and regional train platforms
  • Hall 3: metro and tram connections
Public transit options for Budapest-Nyugati
  • Metro: Line M3
  • Tram: Line 4, Line 6
  • Bus: Several lines available
The major train station for arrivals in Berlin is Berlin Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Berlin Hbf for your journey to Berlin from Budapest.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
  • Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
Lockers
Lockers
  • Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Dining
Dining
  • backWERK
  • Burger King
  • Costa Coffee
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • Einstein Kaffee
  • Le Crobag
  • McDonald's
  • Hans im Glück
  • Pret A Manger
  • Starbucks
  • & many more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
  • IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
  • Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
  • Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Dining
Dining
  • Biertempel 2
  • McDonald's
  • Eis Bär
  • Cafe Mon Cherie
Hotel
Hotel
  • Appartements Eisemann
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
6 km
Dining
Dining
  • AVCI Bistro
  • Restaurant Athos
  • Yoko Sushi
  • Payamlino Bistro
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Nova
  • Pension Adamshof
  • Pension Zum Lichtenberger

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