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Kunstmuseum Moritzburg Halle (Saale)
Major art museum in a former fortress, with medieval to modern collections and notable special exhibitions. One of Halle’s essential cultural visits.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€52
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€83
Fastest journey on Sep 20
10 h 33 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
12 h 22 m
Trains on Sep 20
4
Distance
675 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Halle is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Halle will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
On Sun, Sep 20, we found 4 trains from Budapest to Halle, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 20 the direct trains cover the 675 km distance in an average of 12 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 33 m .
On Sun, Sep 20 the slowest trains will take 14 h 58 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Halle among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €81 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 13m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €81, while a flight costs an average of €523.
Distance: 419 miles (675 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€137 Average price | €81 Average price Cheapest | €523 Average price | €164 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 54m Average total duration 12h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Halle:
A bus is €56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Halle costing on average €137.
A bus is €442 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Halle costing on average €523.
Other travel options to Halle take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 8m.
Bus takes on average 12h 24m.
Tickets start at around €137 compared to roughly €164 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €27. The journey takes 10h 8m versus 8h 34m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Halle trains for tomorrow, Sunday, September 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:40 AM Budapest | 10h33 | 7:13 PM Halle | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:30 AM Budapest | 11h31 | 10:01 PM Halle | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Budapest to Halle run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 419 miles (675 km) distance in 8h 34m.
Distance 419 miles (675 km) |
Average train duration 10h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 34m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Discover the best of Halle — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Halle trip today.
Major art museum in a former fortress, with medieval to modern collections and notable special exhibitions. One of Halle’s essential cultural visits.
Museum in Handel’s birthplace dedicated to the composer’s life, instruments, and legacy. A must for music lovers visiting Halle.
Compact museum on the history of Halle’s salt production and the Halloren brotherhood. It offers strong local identity and distinctive industrial heritage.
Halle’s central market square, surrounded by major churches, civic buildings, and daily life. The best starting point for exploring the historic center.
Popular riverside island park with walking paths, lawns, and views of the Saale. A local favorite for relaxing breaks near the center.
Main old-town square framed by historic architecture, cafés, and the Beatles Museum area. A pleasant stop for city walks and people-watching.
A rich regional soup from Saxony-Anhalt with potatoes, vegetables and often sausage or bacon. It is a classic hearty meal in Halle and nearby villages.
A traditional sweet yeast pastry from central Germany, often with raisins and a sugar glaze. It is tied to regional baking culture and festive coffee tables.
A local sausage linked to Halle and the surrounding region, typically grilled or pan-fried. It is valued as a simple, traditional everyday street and pub food.
Upscale dining in a historic setting, known for refined seasonal menus and polished service. A strong choice for fine dining in Halle.
Traditional German brewery restaurant serving hearty regional dishes and beer in a lively, historic atmosphere near the center.
Well-known local restaurant with classic German cuisine, seasonal ingredients and an elegant but relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: hotels, dining, and local transit are usually a bit cheaper than in Berlin, Munich, or Hamburg, making Halle a solid value for city breaks.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. Tip about 5-10% in restaurants, round up in cafés, and round up taxi fares slightly.
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Halle(Saale) Hbf -> Marktplatz, Halle (Saale)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Halle 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 Halle, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Halle trains use the Budapest Keleti to Halle(Saale) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Halle train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Halle(Saale) Hbf is 1 km from Halle city centre. Public transport options include:
Halle(Saale) 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: Schweizer Hof, Shiva, Maxi Bistro, Mr. Baguettkov
Wi-Fi is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. ATMs are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. Information desks are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Halle(Saale) Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Halle(Saale) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Halle(Saale) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Halle(Saale) Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Schweizer Hof, Dorint Hotel.
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