Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport train

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

Showing times and prices for Dec 23

Cheapest price

$50

Average price

$60

Fastest journey

11 h 35 m

Average duration

12 h 1 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

973 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne 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 to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport will cost around $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Cologne for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport on Tue, Dec 23, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Dec 23 the direct trains cover the 973 km distance in an average of 12 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 35 m .

On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest trains will take 12 h 26 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.

Deutsche Bahn
07:44AM11h35
Cologne
07:19PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
$501One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
07:53AM12h26
Cologne
08:19PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
$701One-way
0 transfers

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €84.

Distance: 604 miles (973 km)

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€96

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€204

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€70

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12h 39m

Average total duration

12h 9m

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30m

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4h 59m

Average total duration

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1h 59m

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3h 0m

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17h 20m

Average total duration

16h 50m

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30m

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Live departures

Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 9:46 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahn7:44 AM Cologne
11h35
7:19 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport0 transfersDirect
deutsche_bahn7:53 AM Cologne
12h26
8:19 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

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Trains from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport run on average 15 times per day, taking around 12h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 06:44, the last at 09:55. The fastest train covers the 604 miles (973 km) distance in 11h 35m.

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
604 miles (973 km)
Average train duration
12h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$50 (€40)
Trains per day
15
Fastest train
11h 35m
First train
06:44
Last train
09:55
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

FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $50 (€40), while the average price is around $120 (€96).
A day trip from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is not feasible given the travel time of 11h 35m and a distance of 604 miles (973 km). There are 15 trains available per day.
The train journey from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport offers scenic views of the Rhine Valley, with its charming castles and vineyards, as well as picturesque landscapes through parts of Bavaria and Austria.
The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is by train, with a cost of around $50 (€40).
The train from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport takes 11h 35m and runs 15 per day.
The distance by train from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 604 miles (973 km).
The first train from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport leaves at 6:44 AM.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
The last train from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport leaves at 9:55 AM.
No, you cannot take the train from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
There is no direct train service currently available from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

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Popular train stations from Cologne to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

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  • Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
  • Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
Lockers
Lockers
  • There are luggage lockers in the station.
Dining
Dining
  • asiagourmet
  • Coffee Fellows
  • dean&david
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • KFC
  • McDonald's
  • Pizza Hut
  • Nordsee
  • Starbucks
  • Schweinske
  • & more
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Hotel
Hotel
  • Wyndham Koeln
  • Hilton Cologne
  • Excelsior Hotel Ernst
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
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
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Information DeskInformation Desk
information
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Ticket Office Hours
  • Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
  • Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
  • Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
  • Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
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Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Imbiss Athena
  • Arena Grill
  • Cafe Especial
  • Joe Champs
Hotel
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  • Pension Helenenwall
  • Zur guten Quelle
  • Zum Goldenen Hut
  • Merlin
Köln/Bonn FlughafenWifiLockersShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
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: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
  • Tuesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
  • Wednesday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
  • Thursday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
  • Friday: 09:00 13:00 - 12:30 18:00
  • Saturday: 09:00 13:30 - 13:00 16:00
  • Sunday: 12:00 16:00 - 15:30 20:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Dining
Dining
  • Café Bistro Leysieffer
  • Mishba
  • Ständige Vertretung
  • Kamps

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