- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
One of Central Europe’s major art museums, with Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and European collections. Especially worthwhile for classical art lovers.
Cheapest price
$149
Average price
$197
Fastest journey
6 h 41 m
Average duration
6 h 47 m
Trains per day
53
Distance
562 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Budapest will cost around $197 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $149.
Of the 53 trains that leave Munich for Budapest on Wed, Jun 03, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 562 km distance in an average of 6 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 41 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 6 h 51 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.
RJX 61 · R 4645
RJX 265 · EC 143
RJX 265 · EC 143 · R 4635
RJX 61
RE5+
IC 747+
RJX 261
RJX 265 · EC 143
RJX 265+
EC 143
RJX 63 · R 4623
RJX 67 · R 4621
RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 349 miles (562 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$155 Average price | $65 Average price Cheapest | $329 Average price | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Munich to Budapest:
A bus is $90 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Budapest costing on average $155 (€125).
A bus is $264 (€213) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Budapest costing on average $329 (€265).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 20m.
Bus takes on average 7h 27m.
Tickets start at around $155 (€125) compared to roughly $126 (€102) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-29.46 (€-23.74). The journey takes 7h 20m versus 7h 11m 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 Munich to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 265 · EC 143 | On time 6:21 AM Munich Hbf | 6h41 | 1:02 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
RJX 265 · EC 143 · R 4635 | On time 6:21 AM Munich Hbf | 6h58 | 1:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
RJX 265+ EC 143+ R 3335 | On time 6:21 AM Munich Hbf | 7h24 | 1:45 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJX 265+ EC 143 | On time 6:21 AM Munich Hbf | 6h41 | 1:02 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 transfer | |
RJX 265+ IC 547+ RJX 61 | On time 6:21 AM Munich Hbf | 8h14 | 2:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJX 61 · R 4645 | On time 7:22 AM Munich Hbf | 6h57 | 2:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 1 transfer | |
RJX 61 | On time 7:22 AM Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 2:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 61 | On time 7:22 AM Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 2:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 113 · RJX 765 · EC 145 · R 4613 | On time 8:15 AM Munich Hbf | 7h04 | 3:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
RJ 113 · RJX 765 · EC 145 | On time 8:15 AM Munich Hbf | 7h20 | 3:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJ 113+ IC 641+ RJX 63 | On time 8:15 AM Munich Hbf | 8h20 | 4:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJ 113+ RJX 765+ EC 145 | On time 8:15 AM Munich Hbf | 7h20 | 3:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJX 63 · R 4623 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h51 | 4:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 1 transfer | |
RJX 63 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 7h07 | 4:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 63 | On time 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 7h07 | 4:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 643+ RJX 63+ EC 147 | 9:28 AM Munich Hbf | 8h01 | 5:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
EC 115 · RJX 161 · EC 147 | On time 10:16 AM Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 5:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
EC 115 · RJX 161 · EC 147 · R 4633 | On time 10:16 AM Munich Hbf | 7h03 | 5:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
EC 115+ RJX 184+ EC 147 | On time 10:16 AM Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 5:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
IC 645+ RJX 65+ EC 115 | On time 10:16 AM Munich Hbf | 8h13 | 6:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJX 65 | On time 11:27 AM Munich Hbf | 7h02 | 6:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 65 · R 4643 | On time 11:27 AM Munich Hbf | 6h52 | 6:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 1 transfer | |
IC 647+ RJX 65+ EC 149 | 11:27 AM Munich Hbf | 8h02 | 7:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJX 65 | On time 11:27 AM Munich Hbf | 7h02 | 6:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 117 · RJX 767 · EC 149 · R 4611 | On time 12:16 PM Munich Hbf | 7h03 | 7:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
ICE 117 · RJX 767 · EC 149 | On time 12:16 PM Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 7:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 117+ RJX 767+ EC 149 | On time 12:16 PM Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 7:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 117+ IC 649+ RJX 67 | On time 12:16 PM Munich Hbf | 8h19 | 8:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJX 67 · R 4621 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 6h51 | 8:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 1 transfer | |
RJX 67 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 7h07 | 8:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 67+ IC 741+ RJX 165 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 8h07 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJX 67 | On time 1:28 PM Munich Hbf | 7h07 | 8:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
79023+ RJX 165 · R 4631 | 1:55 PM Munich Hbf | 7h24 | 9:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
79023+ RJX 165 | 1:55 PM Munich Hbf | 7h40 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
RE5 · RJX 165 | 1:55 PM Munich Hbf | 7h40 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
IC 743+ EC 341+ RE5 | 1:55 PM Munich Hbf | 8h40 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
DB S2+ ICE 119+ RJX 165 | 2:09 PM München Hbf (tief) | 7h26 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
DB S2+ ICE 119+ IC 743+ EC 341 | 2:09 PM München Hbf (tief) | 8h26 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
ICE 119 · RJX 165 · R 4631 | On time 2:26 PM Munich Ost | 6h53 | 9:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
ICE 119 · RJX 165 | On time 2:26 PM Munich Ost | 7h09 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 6h51 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 7h07 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
RJX 69+ IC 745+ EC 343 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 8h07 | 11:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJX 69+ EC 341 | On time 3:28 PM Munich Hbf | 7h07 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
IC 747+ RJX 261 · RE5 | 3:55 PM Munich Hbf | 8h34 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 211+ IC 747+ DB S3 · RJX 261 | On time 4:11 PM München Hbf (tief) | 8h18 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
RJX 261 | On time 5:29 PM Munich Hbf | 7h00 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 261 | On time 5:29 PM Munich Hbf | 7h00 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
79045+ RJ 263 · REX 7799 · R 9401 | 9:43 PM Munich Hbf | 10h46 | 8:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Munich to Budapest run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $67 (€54) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 349 miles (562 km) distance in 6h 41m.
Distance 349 miles (562 km) |
Average train duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $67 (€54) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 41m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Budapest — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Budapest trip today.
One of Central Europe’s major art museums, with Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and European collections. Especially worthwhile for classical art lovers.
A powerful museum on Hungary’s fascist and communist periods, housed in a former secret police building. It is one of the city’s most discussed historical museums.
The national history museum of Hungary, covering archaeology, medieval history, and key events in the country’s past. A strong introduction to Hungarian culture and statehood.
Budapest’s most atmospheric historic quarter, filled with cobbled streets, viewpoints, and major monuments. It is ideal for slow walks, photography, and evening views.
A monumental square at the end of Andrássy Avenue, known for its statues of Hungarian leaders and ceremonial scale. It is among the city’s most visited public spaces.
A green island in the Danube popular for walking, running, gardens, and relaxed river views. It is especially loved by locals for outdoor time.
Hungary’s iconic paprika-rich soup with beef, potatoes, carrots, and csipetke dumplings. It is one of the most traditional dishes to try in Budapest.
A slow-cooked meat stew seasoned with onion and sweet paprika, usually served with nokedli. It is a classic home-style Hungarian comfort dish.
Tender chicken in a creamy paprika sauce, often served with nokedli. It is one of the best-known Hungarian main courses.
A well-known traditional restaurant serving Hungarian classics such as gulyás, paprikash, and stuffed cabbage in a cozy, old-style setting.
A long-established family restaurant blending Hungarian and Jewish-Hungarian traditions, known for excellent soups, stews, and warm service.
A Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant reinterpreting Hungarian flavors with refined technique and seasonal ingredients.
Moderate by European capital standards. Food, transit, and attractions are fairly priced; central hotels cost more.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips are appreciated in bars and for hotel staff.
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Budapest Keleti -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
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