The cheapest and fastest trains from Nuremberg to Budapest
Cheapest price
$167
Average price
$196
Fastest journey
7 h 48 m
Average duration
8 h 4 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
626 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nuremberg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nuremberg to Budapest will cost around $196 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $167.
It's difficult to get from Nuremberg to Budapest without transferring at least once.
ICE 1001 · EC 217 · RJX 161 · EC 147
ICE 91 · RJX 67
ICE 1003 · EC 113 · RJX 767 · EC 149
ICE 21 · RJX 63
ICE 91 · RJX 67
ICE 21 · RJX 63
ICE 1001 · EC 217 · RJX 161 · EC 147
ICE 1003 · EC 113 · RJX 767 · EC 149Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nuremberg to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nuremberg to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a flight costs an average of €27.
Distance: 388 miles (626 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€136 Average price | €57 Average price Cheapest | €227 Average price |
7h 54m Average total duration 7h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 51m Average total duration 11h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nuremberg to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Nuremberg to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 21 · RJX 63 | On time 7:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 7h48 | 3:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1001 · EC 217 · RJX 161 · EC 147 | On time 7:59 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 8h20 | 4:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1003 · EC 113 · RJX 767 · EC 149 | On time 9:59 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 8h20 | 6:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
ICE 91 · RJX 67 | On time 11:31 AM Nuremberg Hbf | 7h48 | 7:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nuremberg to Budapest
Trains from Nuremberg to Budapest run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $68 (€56) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 388 miles (626 km) distance in 7h 30m.
Distance 388 miles (626 km) |
Average train duration 7h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $68 (€56) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 7h 30m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 23:42 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Regiojet, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, Österreichische Bundesbahnen from Nuremberg to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Regiojet, ÖBB, ÖBB Nightjet, Österreichische Bundesbahnen trains will get you between Nuremberg and Budapest from $33 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
Regiojet
ÖBB
ÖBB Nightjet
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
FAQs: Trains from Nuremberg to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nuremberg 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nuremberg to Budapest
- Mon - Fri: 07:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 10:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located close to Platform 5.
- Burger King
- Cantina Estacion Mediterrano
- Coffee Fellows
- Dallmayr Cafebar
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Subway
- Sportsbar
- Istanbul Döner
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, tactile guiding strips, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- IntercityHotel Nuremberg
- Park Plaza Nuremberg
- Novotel Nürnberg Centre Ville
- Located near the main entrance, close to the escalators.
- Café Blaupause
- Harput Imbiss
- Der Beck
- Pizzeria ALLAGO
- NOVINA HOTEL Wöhrdersee
- Hotel Meteor
- Best Western Hotel Nürnberg
- Hotel am Heideloffplatz
- Pizza Pasta da Marcel
- Madame Bui
- Gaststätte Loy
- Ristorantino Gismondi
- Park-Hotel Laufamholz
- Sportgaststätte SV Nbg.-Reichelsdorf
- Pizza Bella Napoli
- Brandenburger Wirtshaus
- Everest
- Gasthaus Zeppelinfeld
- Der Beck
- Asia Cook
- Parkcafe August Meier
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via Flughafenstraße.
- Terminal90
- Mövenpick Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Mövenpick Hotel Nürnberg Airport
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel Marienbad
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Sixt
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, check-in counters, and baggage claim
- Hall 2: security and departure gates
- Hall 3: arrivals and car rental services
- Metro: U2
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Nyugati tér.
- Két Szerecsen
- Menza Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Parlament
- Radisson Blu Béke Hotel
- Hilton Budapest City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for international trains
- Hall 2: domestic and regional train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 4, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access is available via Mester utca.
- Nándori Cukrászda
- Petrus Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- HUF 200
- Ibis Styles Budapest City
- Hotel Thomas Budapest
- Leonardo Hotel Budapest
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: freight services
- Tram: Line 2, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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