How to travel from Regensburg to Budapest

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Regensburg to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Regensburg to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €58 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 10m. 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 €58, while a flight costs an average of €422.

Distance: 336 miles (541 km)

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Driving

€116

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€58

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€422

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€99

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 42m

Average total duration

7h 12m

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10h 1m

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9h 31m

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5h 10m

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3h 10m

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6h 51m

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0.5 - 1.4kg

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1.6 - 3.2kg

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Lufthansa

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Compare ways to travel from Regensburg to Budapest

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

The cheapest way to travel from Regensburg to Budapest is a bus with an average price of €58.

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

A bus is €59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Regensburg to Budapest costing on average €116.

A bus is €365 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Regensburg to Budapest costing on average €422.

The fastest way to travel from Regensburg to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 10m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 1m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Regensburg and Budapest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Regensburg 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 €116 compared to roughly €99 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€16. The journey takes 7h 12m versus 6h 51m 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 Regensburg to Budapest

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • LufthansaLO4904+Lot Polish AirlinesLO531
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnBUS 91101 · REX 1781 · RJX 65 · R 4643
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnBUS 91101 · REX 1781 · RJX 65
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnBUS 91105 · REX 1785 · RJX 69 · EC 341
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO356 · LO535
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO352 · LO537
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO352 · LO531
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Regensburg 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 Regensburg to Budapest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Regensburg and Budapest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Regensburg to Budapest is a bus with an average price of €58.

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

A bus is €59 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Regensburg to Budapest costing on average €116.

A bus is €365 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Regensburg to Budapest costing on average €422.

The fastest way to travel from Regensburg to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 10m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 42m.

Bus takes on average 10h 1m.

The distance from Regensburg to Budapest is approximately 336 miles (541 km).
The average frequency per day from Regensburg to Budapest is:
  • Around 61 flights per day.
  • Around 16 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Regensburg 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 Regensburg to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Regensburg Hbf and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
  • Buses mostly depart from Regensburg, Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Regensburg to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM, Lot Polish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air France, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Qatar Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Baltic, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline, Condor Flugdienst, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Air Dolomiti, TAP Portugal, Avion Express Malta, braathens regional aviation, Ryanair, Norwegian Air Shuttle, GetJet Airlines to go to Budapest by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Budapest by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Regensburg to Budapest with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Malta Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Ryanair.
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Regensburg 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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