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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Barcelona
Cheapest price
£244
Average price
£244
Fastest journey
2 d 5 h 43 m
Average duration
2 d 5 h 43 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
1498 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Barcelona will cost around £244 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £244.
To travel from Budapest to Barcelona you need to make at least 3 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £104. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.5 - 3.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £104, and a train costs an average of £247.
Distance: 1498 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£273 Average Price | £165 Average Price | £155 Average Price Cheapest |
54h 13m Average total duration 53h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 31h 40m Average total duration 31h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.5 - 9.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Barcelona
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Spain
Trains from Budapest to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 53h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £247 but you can travel from only £40 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:19, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 1498 km distance in 53h 43m.
Distance 1498 km |
Average train duration 53h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £247 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 53h 43m |
First train 08:19 |
Last train 16:34 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet from Budapest to Barcelona trainsÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Budapest and Barcelona from £40. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
FAQs: Budapest to Barcelona train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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