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Museum of Fine Arts
Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
€81
Average ticket price on Sep 20
€102
Fastest journey on Sep 20
9 h 12 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
9 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 20
5
Distance
597 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest will cost around €102 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €81.
It's difficult to get from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest without transferring at least once.
59474 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915
59474 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · IC 861
5414 · RJX 69 · EC 341
5414 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711
S6 · RJX 19915
5414 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711
59474 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · IC 861
59474 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915
5414 · RJX 69 · EC 341
S6 · RJX 19915Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €68 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 49m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €68, while a flight costs an average of €341.
Distance: 370 miles (597 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€126 Average price | €341 Average price | €68 Average price Cheapest | €139 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 59m Average total duration 8h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 49m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 5m Average total duration 10h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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This is compared to other travel options from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest:
A bus is €59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest costing on average €126.
A bus is €273 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest costing on average €341.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 29m.
Bus takes on average 10h 35m.
Tickets start at around €126 compared to roughly €139 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €13. The journey takes 8h 29m versus 7h 43m 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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59464 · RJX 61 | On time 11:07 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 15h28 | 2:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
S6 · RJX 19915 | 12:02 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 9h33 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
59474 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | 12:07 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 9h28 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
59474 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · IC 861 | 12:07 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 9h17 | 9:24 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
5414 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | 1:07 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 9h28 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
5414 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711 | 1:07 PM Garmisch-Partenkirchen station | 9h12 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €37 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 370 miles (597 km) distance in 7h 54m.
Distance 370 miles (597 km) |
Average train duration 8h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 54m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 11:32 PM |
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Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.
Leading contemporary art museum with strong Hungarian and international shows. Worth visiting for bold exhibitions in a landmark modern building.
National museum covering Hungarian history, archaeology, and statehood. A classic stop for understanding the country beyond Budapest’s landmarks.
UNESCO-listed castle quarter of cobbled streets, courtyards, and viewpoints. Best for atmosphere, heritage walks, and some of Budapest’s finest vistas.
Elegant Andrássy Avenue links the center with Heroes’ Square through palaces and shops. A grand boulevard ideal for walking and historic city views.
Large central park with boating lake, baths, museums, and promenades. A versatile area for families, relaxed walks, and major city attractions.
A rich paprika beef soup with potatoes and vegetables. It is Hungary’s signature comfort dish and a staple in homes and traditional inns.
Slow-cooked beef stew with lots of onion and paprika, usually served with nokedli. A classic example of deep Hungarian paprika flavor.
River fish soup, often carp-based, cooked with hot paprika. It is especially traditional along the Danube and at festive family meals.
Refined Hungarian dining in a historic building, with updated national classics and strong wine service in a formal atmosphere.
Michelin-starred fine dining with a modern tasting menu rooted in Hungarian ingredients. Stylish, intimate, and one of Budapest’s top tables.
Traditional Hungarian restaurant known for goulash, pörkölt, and live music. Warm, old-style atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Europe: stays and dining are cheaper than in Western capitals, while central hotels and tourist areas cost more. Transit is good value.
About 10% is common in restaurants if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis and leave small change or round up at cafes.
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Budapest Keleti Railway Station -> Deák Ferenc tér
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest trains use the Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Garmisch-Partenkirchen and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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: Subway, Hubertus, Sausalitos, Ritzmann's Zugspitzstube
Wi-Fi is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. ATMs are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Ticket office support is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Information desks are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Luggage storage is available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Garmisch-Partenkirchen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten, Biohotel Garmischer Hof, Die Werdenfelserei, Roter Hahn.
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.
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