The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Cheapest price
$99
Average price
$100
Fastest journey
12 h 56 m
Average duration
13 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
960 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport will cost around $100 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $99.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cologne Bonn Airport for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport on Wed, May 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 06 the direct trains cover the 960 km distance in an average of 13 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 56 m .
On Wed, May 06 the slowest trains will take 13 h 3 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.
7:16 AM13h03Cologne Bonn Airport8:19 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$991One-way0 transfers
8:23 AM12h56Cologne Bonn Airport9:19 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$1011One-way0 transfers
8:23 AM12h56Cologne Bonn Airport9:19 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$1011One-way0 transfers
7:16 AM13h03Cologne Bonn Airport8:19 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$991One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $55.
Distance: 596 miles (960 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$117 Average price | $402 Average price | $97 Average price Cheapest |
13h 29m Average total duration 12h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 17m Average total duration 20h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport trains for today, Tuesday, May 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:23 AM Cologne Bonn Airport | 12h56 | 9:19 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport run on average 11 times per day, taking around 12h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€44) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:23, the last at 16:23. The fastest train covers the 596 miles (960 km) distance in 11h 35m.
Distance 596 miles (960 km) |
Average train duration 12h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€44) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 11h 35m |
First train 7:23 AM |
Last train 4:23 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Bonn Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International 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 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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