Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

Showing times and prices for Jan 14

Cheapest price

$97

Average price

$144

Fastest journey

9 h 15 m

Average duration

9 h 41 m

Trains per day

21

Distance

834 km

Cheap tickets

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 $144 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $97.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport without transferring at least once.

ÖBB | ICEICE 27+ÖBB | S-BahnS 80+ÖBBD 347+ÖBB | RegionalzugR 4641
12:18PM9h26
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
09:44PMBudapest-Deli
$971One-way
3 transfers
ÖBB | ICEICE 27+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 341
12:18PM10h01
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10:19PMBudapest Keleti
$971One-way
1 transfer
ÖBB | ICEICE 25+ÖBBD 347
10:28AM11h47
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10:15PMFerihegy
$971One-way
1 transfer
ÖBB | ICEICE 25+ÖBBRJX 67+ÖBB | RegionalzugR 2768
10:28AM10h32
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
09:00PMFerihegy
$971One-way
2 transfers
ÖBB | ICEICE 25+ÖBBRJX 67
10:28AM9h51
Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
08:19PMBudapest Keleti
$971One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight 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 €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €127.

Distance: 518 miles (834 km)

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10h 15m

Average total duration

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Average total duration

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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, Wednesday, January 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:47 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
deutsche_bahnS8 · ICE 527 · ICE 117 · RJX 7677:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
11h11
6:41 PM Ferihegy6 transfers
deutsche_bahnS8 · ICE 527 · ICE 117 · RJX 7677:30 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
11h30
7:00 PM Ferihegy5 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 527 · ICE 117 · RJX 767 · EC 149
On time
7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
11h19
7:00 PM Ferihegy
4 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 527 · ICE 117 · RJX 767 · EC 149
On time
7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
11h00
6:41 PM Ferihegy
5 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 527 · ICE 117 · RJX 767 · EC 149
On time
7:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10h38
6:19 PM Budapest Keleti
3 transfers
deutsche_bahnS9 · ICE 25 · RJX 67 · R 35219:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
10h26
7:41 PM Ferihegy4 transfers
deutsche_bahnS9 · ICE 25 · RJX 67 · R 27689:15 AM Frankfurt am Main Flughafen
10h45
8:00 PM Ferihegy3 transfers
obb_intercity_expressICE 25+obbD 347
On time
9:28 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
11h47
9:15 PM Ferihegy
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 25 · RJX 67 · R 2768
On time
9:28 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10h32
8:00 PM Ferihegy
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 25 · RJX 67
On time
9:28 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
9h51
7:19 PM Budapest Keleti
1 transfer
obb_intercity_expressICE 25+obbRJX 67+obb_regionalzugR 2768
On time
9:28 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10h32
8:00 PM Ferihegy
2 transfers
obb_intercity_expressICE 25+obbRJX 67
On time
9:28 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
9h51
7:19 PM Budapest Keleti
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 25 · RJX 67 · R 3521 · IC 628
On time
9:28 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10h13
7:41 PM Ferihegy
3 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 621 · ICE 91 · RJX 165
On time
9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10h38
8:19 PM Budapest Keleti
2 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 621 · ICE 91 · RJX 165 · R 3531
On time
9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
11h05
8:46 PM Ferihegy
4 transfers
deutsche_bahnICE 621 · ICE 91 · RJX 165 · R 2788
On time
9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
11h19
9:00 PM Ferihegy
3 transfers
obb_intercity_expressICE 621 · ICE 91+obbRJX 165
On time
9:41 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10h38
8:19 PM Budapest Keleti
2 transfers
obb_intercity_expressICE 27+obb_s-bahnS 80+obbD 347+obb_regionalzugR 4641
On time
11:18 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
9h26
8:44 PM Budapest-Deli
3 transfers
obb_intercity_expressICE 27+obb_eurocityEC 341
On time
11:18 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10h01
9:19 PM Budapest Keleti
1 transfer
deutsche_bahnICE 27 · EC 341
On time
11:18 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
10h01
9:19 PM Budapest Keleti
1 transfer
obb_intercity_expressICE 27+obb_s-bahnS 80+obbD 347
On time
11:18 AM Frankfurt Airport long-distance station
9h15
8:33 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld
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 9h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $47 (€38) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by bus.

The earliest train runs at 06:08, the last at 11:44. The fastest train covers the 518 miles (834 km) distance in 10h 1m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $47 (€38)
Distance
518 miles (834 km)
Average train duration
9h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$47 (€38)
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
10h 1m
First train
06:08
Last train
11:44
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $47 (€38)

Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Frankfurt am Main Airport and Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport from $47 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
10h 1m
Cheapest Price
$50 (€40)
Deutsche Bahn frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $47 (€38), while the average price is around $118 (€95).
The train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport takes 10h 1m and runs 13 per day.
The first train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport leaves at 6:08 AM.
The distance by train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 518 miles (834 km).
The last train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport leaves at 11:44 AM.
There is no direct train service currently available from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is by bus, with a cost of around $47 (€38).
The train journey from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is not typically considered scenic, as it primarily passes through urban areas and industrial regions. However, some sections may offer glimpses of the German countryside and the Danube River as you approach Budapest.
A day trip from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is not feasible as the travel duration is 10h 1m and the distance is 518 miles (834 km). However, there are 13 flights available per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Frankfurt am Main Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

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