The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Cheapest price
$86
Average price
$145
Fastest journey
12 h 57 m
Average duration
15 h 7 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
949 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg 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 Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport will cost around $145 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $86.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hamburg Airport for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 949 km distance in an average of 15 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 57 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 19 h 27 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.
12:22 PM19h27Hamburg Airport7:49 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$861One-way0 transfers
10:22 AM12h57Hamburg Airport11:19 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$1461One-way0 transfers
8:22 AM12h57Hamburg Airport9:19 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$2021One-way0 transfers
10:22 AM12h57Hamburg Airport11:19 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$1461One-way0 transfers
8:22 AM12h57Hamburg Airport9:19 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$2021One-way0 transfers
12:22 PM19h27Hamburg Airport7:49 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport$861One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare flight, bus, and train for Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $70, and a flight costs an average of $63.
Distance: 589 miles (949 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$127 Average price | $163 Average price | $99 Average price Cheapest | $271 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 53m Average total duration 14h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 20m Average total duration 22h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport:
A bus is $28 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $127 (€101).
A bus is $64 (€51) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $163 (€130).
Other travel options to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 14h 23m.
Bus takes on average 22h 50m.
Tickets start at around $127 (€101) compared to roughly $271 (€216) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $144 (€115). The journey takes 14h 23m versus 11h 42m 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
Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:22 AM Hamburg Airport | 12h57 | 11:19 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:22 PM Hamburg Airport | 19h27 | 7:49 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Trains from Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport run on average 13 times per day, taking around 14h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 (€64) but you can travel from only $63 (€50) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:22, the last at 12:22. The fastest train covers the 589 miles (949 km) distance in 12h 40m.
Distance 589 miles (949 km) |
Average train duration 14h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $80 (€64) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 12h 40m |
First train 8:22 AM |
Last train 12:22 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Hamburg Airport to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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.

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