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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Warsaw to Budapest
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
20 h 24 m
Average duration
20 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
545 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Warsaw to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Budapest will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Warsaw to Budapest without transferring at least 2 times.
RJ 1029/1014 (Warsaw -> Prague) · R 1132 (Bohumín -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)RJ 1029/1014 (Warsaw -> Prague) · R 1132 (Bohumín -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest)
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Warsaw to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.5 - 1.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $36.
Distance: 338 miles (545 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$61 Average price | $152 Average price | $53 Average price Cheapest |
21h 33m Average total duration 21h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 32m Average total duration Fastest 4h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 19m Average total duration 9h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Warsaw to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Saturday, February 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ 1029/1014 (Warsaw -> Prague) · R 1132 (Bohumín -> Brno) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:21 AM Warszawa Zachodnia station | 20h24 | 4:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Warsaw to Budapest
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Trains from Warsaw to Budapest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 21h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€36) but you can travel from only $36 (€28) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 338 miles (545 km) distance in 20h 24m.
Distance 338 miles (545 km) |
Average train duration 21h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€36) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 20h 24m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 23:10 |
Train companies: PKP Intercity from Warsaw to Budapest trainsPKP Intercity trains will get you between Warsaw and Budapest from $34 (€27). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Warsaw to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw 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 Warsaw to Budapest
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- 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
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