- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts
Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with European paintings, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$183
Average price
$233
Fastest journey
9 h 59 m
Average duration
10 h 3 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
687 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crailsheim to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Crailsheim to Budapest will cost around $233 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $183.
Of the 3 trains that leave Crailsheim for Budapest on Fri, Jun 26, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 26 the direct trains cover the 687 km distance in an average of 10 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 59 m .
On Fri, Jun 26 the slowest trains will take 10 h 8 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 Crailsheim to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a train costs an average of $84.
Distance: 426 miles (687 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$170 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $116 Average price | $185 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 54m Average total duration 13h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Crailsheim to Budapest:
A bus is $36 (€29) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Crailsheim to Budapest costing on average $116 (€96).
A bus is $89 (€74) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Crailsheim to Budapest costing on average $170 (€140).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 20m.
Bus takes on average 13h 24m.
Tickets start at around $170 (€140) compared to roughly $185 (€153) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $15 (€12). The journey takes 9h 20m versus 8h 35m 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 Crailsheim to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:26 AM Crailsheim | 10h03 | 5:29 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:11 AM Crailsheim | 10h08 | 8:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 AM Crailsheim | 9h59 | 8:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Crailsheim to Budapest run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $84 (€69) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 426 miles (687 km) distance in 9h 59m.
Distance 426 miles (687 km) |
Average train duration 9h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $84 (€69) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 9h 59m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
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Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with European paintings, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
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Budapest Keleti -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Crailsheim to Budapest 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Crailsheim to Budapest trains use the Crailsheim to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Ferihegy. Use this guide to compare Crailsheim and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Crailsheim 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: Wok Asia Imbiss, Velis, Odyssee, Döner-Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Crailsheim. ATMs are available at Crailsheim.
Ticket office support is available at Crailsheim. Information desks are available at Crailsheim.
Luggage storage is available at Crailsheim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Crailsheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Crailsheim: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Crailsheim.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hanif, Post Faber, Schwarzer Bock, LOOK Hotel &Rooms.
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.
Ferihegy is 15 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferihegy has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ferihegy.
Available at Ferihegy: WC.
Available at Ferihegy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferihegy.
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.
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