- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts
Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with European paintings, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$49
Average price
$142
Fastest journey
10 h 14 m
Average duration
10 h 21 m
Trains per day
37
Distance
808 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mannheim to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mannheim to Budapest will cost around $142 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $49.
It's difficult to get from Mannheim to Budapest without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 577 · ICE 567 · RJX 261
ICE 575 · ICE 565 · RJX 69 · EC 341
ICE 575 · ICE 565 · RJX 69 · EC 341
ICE 517 · RJX 261
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 4631
ICE 563 · RJX 67 · R 4621
ICE 575 · ICE 565 · RJX 69 · EC 341
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 · R 4631
ICE 915 · ICE 119+
RJX19915
ICE 571 · ICE 267 · RJX 65 · E 843Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mannheim to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $55. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 52m. 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 $55, and a train costs an average of $53.
Distance: 502 miles (808 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$165 Average price | $129 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $212 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 10m Average total duration 10h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 29m Average total duration 15h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg 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 Mannheim to Budapest:
A bus is $53 (€43) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Mannheim to Budapest costing on average $129 (€106).
A bus is $88 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mannheim to Budapest costing on average $165 (€136).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 40m.
Bus takes on average 15h 59m.
Tickets start at around $165 (€136) compared to roughly $212 (€174) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $47 (€39). The journey takes 10h 40m versus 10h 3m 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 Mannheim to Budapest trains for today, Tuesday, June 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 571 · ICE 267+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | 8:00 AM Mannheim Hbf | 11h36 | 7:36 PM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
RJX 65+ ICE 267 · ICE 571 | 8:00 AM Mannheim Hbf | 10h33 | 6:33 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 8:56 AM Mannheim Hbf | 10h28 | 7:24 PM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 8:56 AM Mannheim Hbf | 10h40 | 7:36 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 1215+ RJX 67 | On time 8:56 AM Mannheim Hbf | 11h39 | 8:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977+ EC 149 | On time 8:56 AM Mannheim Hbf | 10h40 | 7:36 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
RJX 67+ ICE 563 | 10:05 AM Mannheim Hbf | 10h30 | 8:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
RJX 67+ IC 741+ RJX19915+ ICE 563 | 10:05 AM Mannheim Hbf | 11h14 | 9:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
RJX 67 · RJX19915+ ICE 563+ IC 741 | 10:05 AM Mannheim Hbf | 11h30 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
| Wednesday, July 1 | |||||
ICE 699 · ICE 1211+ RJX 63 | 3:25 AM Mannheim Hbf | 13h10 | 4:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 699+ RJX 63 | 3:25 AM Mannheim Hbf | 13h10 | 4:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
DB S3+ ICE 561+ RJX 63 | 4:57 AM Mannheim Hbf | 11h38 | 4:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Mannheim to Budapest run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $53 (€44) but you can travel from only $29 (€24) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 502 miles (808 km) distance in 9h 46m.
Distance 502 miles (808 km) |
Average train duration 10h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $53 (€44) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 9h 46m |
First train 1:20 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with European paintings, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
A powerful museum on the fascist and communist dictatorships in Hungary, set in the former secret police headquarters.
The main museum for Hungarian art, housed inside Buda Castle with medieval, baroque, and modern collections.
Historic hilltop quarter of cobbled lanes, viewpoints, and elegant buildings surrounding Buda Castle.
Popular walking area for dramatic overlooks of the Danube, bridges, and the Pest skyline.
Grand boulevard lined with mansions, cultural venues, and cafés, ideal for architecture-focused walks.
Hungary’s iconic paprika-rich soup with beef, potatoes, and vegetables. In Budapest, it is a classic introduction to traditional home-style cooking.
Spicy fisherman’s soup made with river fish and paprika. It is a celebrated Hungarian dish, especially valued for its bold, deep flavor.
Tender chicken cooked in a creamy paprika sauce, often served with nokedli. It is one of the most beloved comfort dishes in Hungarian cuisine.
A respected family-run restaurant serving Hungarian and Hungarian-Jewish specialties in a warm, classic setting loved by locals and visitors.
A Michelin-starred Budapest dining room offering refined contemporary Hungarian cuisine with polished service and a fine dining atmosphere.
A stylish, long-running restaurant near Andrássy Avenue known for reliable Hungarian classics, retro atmosphere, and broad local appeal.
Moderate by European standards: public transport and casual dining are good value, while central hotels and upscale restaurants cost more.
A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants. If not, tip 10%. Round up for taxis; small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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Budapest Keleti -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mannheim 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 Mannheim to Budapest trains use the Mannheim Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Kelenföld. Use this guide to compare Mannheim and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mannheim Hbf is 2 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim 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: Safran Persisch-Afghanische Spezialitäten, Corner, Liman Döner, Kaschmir-Tandoori
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim Hbf. ATMs are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim Hbf. Information desks are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Central, Leonardo Hotel Mannheim City Center, InterCityHotel Mannheim, City Hotel.
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld is 9 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld.
Mannheim-Seckenheim is 6 km from Mannheim city centre. Public transport options include:
Mannheim-Seckenheim has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Mannheim-Seckenheim. ATMs are available at Mannheim-Seckenheim.
Ticket office support is available at Mannheim-Seckenheim. Information desks are available at Mannheim-Seckenheim.
Luggage storage is available at Mannheim-Seckenheim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mannheim-Seckenheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mannheim-Seckenheim: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mannheim-Seckenheim.
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-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.
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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