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Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
A major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with strong collections of Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and European art. It is a leading choice for art lovers visiting Budapest.
Cheapest price
$106
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
10 h 22 m
Average duration
10 h 52 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
748 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Heilbronn to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Heilbronn to Budapest will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $106.
Of the 3 trains that leave Heilbronn for Budapest on Mon, Jun 22, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 748 km distance in an average of 10 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 10 h 22 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 11 h 7 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Heilbronn to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $53. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $53, and a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 464 miles (748 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $115 Average price | $73 Average price Cheapest | $199 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 18m Average total duration 9h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 19m Average total duration 14h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Heilbronn to Budapest:
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heilbronn to Budapest costing on average $115 (€94).
A bus is $79 (€65) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heilbronn to Budapest costing on average $152 (€125).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 48m.
Bus takes on average 14h 49m.
Tickets start at around $152 (€125) compared to roughly $199 (€163) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $46 (€38). The journey takes 9h 48m versus 9h 19m 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 Heilbronn to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Monday, June 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:12 AM Heilbronn | 11h07 | 7:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:57 AM Heilbronn | 10h22 | 7:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:12 AM Heilbronn | 11h07 | 8:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Heilbronn to Budapest run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $55 (€45) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 464 miles (748 km) distance in 10h 13m.
Distance 464 miles (748 km) |
Average train duration 9h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $55 (€45) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 10h 13m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
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Budapest Keleti Railway Station, Budapest -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Heilbronn 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 Heilbronn to Budapest trains use the Heilbronn Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Heilbronn and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Heilbronn Hbf 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: YEDO Heilbronn, Mythos, Vinum, Ratskeller
Wi-Fi is available at Heilbronn Hbf. ATMs are available at Heilbronn Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Heilbronn Hbf. Information desks are available at Heilbronn Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Heilbronn Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heilbronn Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heilbronn Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ibis, Hotel Central, Hotel TraumRaum, Insel-Hotel.
Heilbronn, Bahnhofsvorplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn, Bahnhofsvorplatz.
Heilbronn Industrieplatz is 1 km from Heilbronn city centre. Public transport options include:
Heilbronn Industrieplatz has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heilbronn Industrieplatz.
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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