How to travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Ingolstadt to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ingolstadt to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $94 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $94, while a flight costs an average of $512.

Distance: 361 miles (582 km)

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$164

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$512

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$94

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Cheapest

$159

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8h 25m

Average total duration

7h 55m

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5h 8m

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3h 8m

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13h 19m

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12h 49m

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7h 42m

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1.7 - 3.5kg

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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Lufthansa

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Compare ways to travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest

Compare the available ways to get from Ingolstadt to Budapest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest is a bus with an average price of $94.

This is compared to other travel options from Ingolstadt to Budapest:

A bus is $70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ingolstadt to Budapest costing on average $164.

A bus is $418 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ingolstadt to Budapest costing on average $512.

The fastest way to travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 25m.

Bus takes on average 13h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ingolstadt and Budapest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Ingolstadt to Budapest among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $164 compared to roughly $159 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$5. The journey takes 7h 55m versus 7h 42m 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.

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from Ingolstadt to Budapest

How to get from Ingolstadt to Budapest by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche Bahn4023 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn4023 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1674
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn4027 · RJX 261
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4023 · RJX 69 · EC 341
    2 transfers
  • ÖBBRE1 · RJX 261
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1846 · KL1371
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1844 · KL1371
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1840 · KL1371
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest

Travel to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Ingolstadt to Budapest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Ingolstadt and Budapest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest is a bus with an average price of $94.

This is compared to other travel options from Ingolstadt to Budapest:

A bus is $70 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ingolstadt to Budapest costing on average $164.

A bus is $418 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ingolstadt to Budapest costing on average $512.

The fastest way to travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 25m.

Bus takes on average 13h 19m.

The distance from Ingolstadt to Budapest is approximately 361 miles (582 km).
The average frequency per day from Ingolstadt to Budapest is:
  • Around 59 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ingolstadt and Budapest as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Ingolstadt to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ingolstadt Hbf and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
  • Buses mostly depart from Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ingolstadt to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM, Lot Polish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air France, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Qatar Airways, Brussels Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Baltic, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline, Edelweiss Air, Air Dolomiti, TAP Portugal, Condor Flugdienst, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle, CitizenPlane, GetJet Airlines to go to Budapest by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE to go to Budapest by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ingolstadt to Budapest:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Malta Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline.
Omio customers who travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Zagreb. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Budapest to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Budapest, you can relax at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, explore the vibrant Great Market Hall, take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of landmarks, visit the House of Terror Museum, and enjoy a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss sights like Buda Castle, the Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Heroes' Square for their stunning architecture and historical significance.
Three to four days are generally recommended to explore Budapest’s main attractions, including the historic Buda Castle, thermal baths, and vibrant ruin bars.

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