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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 Oct 13
$67
Average ticket price on Oct 13
$99
Fastest journey on Oct 13
12 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Oct 13
12 h 43 m
Trains on Oct 13
4
Distance
739 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Magdeburg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Magdeburg to Budapest will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
It's difficult to get from Magdeburg to Budapest without transferring at least 2 times.
16313 · ICE 1505 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915
16313 · ICE 1505 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915
RE30+
ICE 1505+
EC 1217+
D 347
IC 2447 · RJ 173 · EC 281
IC 2447 · RJ 173 · EC 281
16313 · ICE 1505 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915
RE30+
ICE 1505+
EC 1217+
D 347
16313 · ICE 1505 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915Trains from Magdeburg to Budapest run on average 5 times per day, taking around 11h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $24 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:37, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 459 miles (739 km) distance in 8h 53m.
Distance 459 miles (739 km) |
Average train duration 11h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 53m |
First train 12:37 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Magdeburg to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2447 · RJ 173 · EC 281 | On time 8:18 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 12h10 | 8:28 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 2 transfers | |
16313 · ICE 1505 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | 8:35 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 12h44 | 9:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
16313 · ICE 1505 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | 8:35 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 13h00 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
RE30+ EC 1217+ D 347+ ICE 1505 | On time 8:35 AM Magdeburg Hbf | 12h58 | 9:33 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
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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 Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg to Budapest trains use the Magdeburg Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Magdeburg and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Magdeburg Hbf is 1 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg 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: Hummels Brauhaus, Pizza Hut, ALEX, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Hbf. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Stadtfeld, ArtHOTEL Magdeburg.
Magdeburg Sudenburg is 2 km from Magdeburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Magdeburg Sudenburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zum Altmärker, Asia-Bistro, Tuba Grill, Orient Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. ATMs are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
Ticket office support is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. Information desks are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
Luggage storage is available at Magdeburg Sudenburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Magdeburg Sudenburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Magdeburg Sudenburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Magdeburg Sudenburg.
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-Nyugati is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Nyugati 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: Két Szerecsen, Menza Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Nyugati: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parlament, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Hilton Budapest City.
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