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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$70
Fastest journey
10 h 57 m
Average duration
11 h 13 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
834 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport will cost around $70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport without transferring at least once.
ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 1498:22 AM10h57Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:19 PMBudapest Keleti$611One-way3 transfers- ICE 513 · RJX 67 · R 27688:51 AM12h09Frankfurt Airport long-distance station9:00 PMFerihegy$611One-way2 transfers
- ICE 513 · RJX 67 · R 3521 · IC 6288:51 AM11h50Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:41 PMFerihegy$611One-way3 transfers
- ICE 513 · RJX 678:51 AM11h28Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:19 PMBudapest Keleti$611One-way1 transfer
- ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 1498:22 AM11h38Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:00 PMFerihegy$611One-way4 transfers
- ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 1498:22 AM10h57Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:19 PMBudapest Keleti$611One-way3 transfers
- ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 1498:22 AM11h07Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:29 PMBudapest Keleti$681One-way3 transfers
- ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 1991510:22 AM11h13Frankfurt Airport long-distance station9:35 PMBudapest Keleti$731One-way2 transfers
- ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 1498:22 AM11h19Frankfurt Airport long-distance station7:41 PMFerihegy$611One-way5 transfers
- ICE 513 · RJX 678:51 AM11h28Frankfurt Airport long-distance station8:19 PMBudapest Keleti$611One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare flight, bus, and train for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport 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 2h 19m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $56, and a flight costs an average of $137.
Distance: 518 miles (834 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$155 Average price | $251 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $214 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 53m Average total duration 14h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport:
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $155 (€128).
A bus is $175 (€143) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $251 (€206).
Other travel options to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 49m.
Bus takes on average 14h 23m.
Tickets start at around $155 (€128) compared to roughly $214 (€176) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $59 (€48). The journey takes 10h 49m versus 10h 8m 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.
Live departures
Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 10h57 | 7:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h38 | 8:00 PM Ferihegy | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h19 | 7:41 PM Ferihegy | 5 transfers | |
| ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h38 | 8:00 PM Ferihegy | 5 transfers | |
| ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h49 | 8:11 PM Ferihegy | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 8:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h07 | 7:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
| 29247 · ICE 573 · ICE 563 · RJX 67 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 11h51 | 8:41 PM Ferihegy | 5 transfers | |
| 29247 · ICE 573 · ICE 563 · RJX 67 | 8:50 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen | 12h10 | 9:00 PM Ferihegy | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · RJX 67 · R 2768 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 12h09 | 9:00 PM Ferihegy | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · RJX 67 · R 3521 · IC 628 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h50 | 8:41 PM Ferihegy | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 513 · RJX 67 | Delayed 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h28 | 6:35 PM 6:35 PMBudapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
| 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 · IC 728 | On time 8:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 12h20 | 9:11 PM Ferihegy | 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 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | On time 10:22 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h13 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 515 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 10:51 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station | 11h44 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
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Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 10h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€54) but you can travel from only $56 (€46) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:22, the last at 17:51. The fastest train covers the 518 miles (834 km) distance in 10h 54m.
Distance 518 miles (834 km) |
Average train duration 10h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€54) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 10h 54m |
First train 6:22 AM |
Last train 5:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: ÖBB | ICE, EuroNight, Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport trainsÖBB | ICE, EuroNight, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport from $56 (€46). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
EuroNight
FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
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