- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts
Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with European paintings, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$109
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
10 h 57 m
Average duration
11 h 6 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
817 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $109.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915
ICE 119 · RJX 19915
ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 4631
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 4631
ICE 913 · ICE 117 · RJX 19977 · EC 149
ICE 913 · ICE 117 · RJX 19977 · EC 149
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 4631
ICE 913 · ICE 117 · RJX 19977 · EC 149
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915
ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 4631Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $54. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $54, and a flight costs an average of $148.
Distance: 507 miles (817 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$147 Average price | $296 Average price | $72 Average price Cheapest | $209 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 53m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 27m Average total duration 15h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest:
A bus is $74 (€62) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest costing on average $147 (€121).
A bus is $224 (€185) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest costing on average $296 (€245).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 23m.
Bus takes on average 15h 57m.
Tickets start at around $147 (€121) compared to roughly $209 (€173) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $63 (€52). The journey takes 10h 23m versus 9h 50m 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
29247 · ICE 573 · ICE 563 · RJX 67 | On time 8:50 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 11h45 | 8:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
29247 · ICE 573 · ICE 563 · RJX 67 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 11h29 | 8:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
ICE 513 · RJX 67 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h44 | 8:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
ICE 513 · RJX 67 · R 4621 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h28 | 8:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | On time 10:03 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h32 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 4631 | On time 10:03 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h16 | 9:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h13 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 4631 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 10h57 | 9:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€41) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:02, the last at 17:45. The fastest train covers the 507 miles (817 km) distance in 10h 38m.
Distance 507 miles (817 km) |
Average train duration 10h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€41) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 10h 38m |
First train 6:02 AM |
Last train 5:45 PM |
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Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with European paintings, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
A powerful museum on the fascist and communist dictatorships in Hungary, set in the former secret police headquarters.
The main museum for Hungarian art, housed inside Buda Castle with medieval, baroque, and modern collections.
Historic hilltop quarter of cobbled lanes, viewpoints, and elegant buildings surrounding Buda Castle.
Popular walking area for dramatic overlooks of the Danube, bridges, and the Pest skyline.
Grand boulevard lined with mansions, cultural venues, and cafés, ideal for architecture-focused walks.
Hungary’s iconic paprika-rich soup with beef, potatoes, and vegetables. In Budapest, it is a classic introduction to traditional home-style cooking.
Spicy fisherman’s soup made with river fish and paprika. It is a celebrated Hungarian dish, especially valued for its bold, deep flavor.
Tender chicken cooked in a creamy paprika sauce, often served with nokedli. It is one of the most beloved comfort dishes in Hungarian cuisine.
A respected family-run restaurant serving Hungarian and Hungarian-Jewish specialties in a warm, classic setting loved by locals and visitors.
A Michelin-starred Budapest dining room offering refined contemporary Hungarian cuisine with polished service and a fine dining atmosphere.
A stylish, long-running restaurant near Andrássy Avenue known for reliable Hungarian classics, retro atmosphere, and broad local appeal.
Moderate by European standards: public transport and casual dining are good value, while central hotels and upscale restaurants cost more.
A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants. If not, tip 10%. Round up for taxis; small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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Budapest Keleti -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest trains use the Frankfurt (Main) Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main Airport and Budapest 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.
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