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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Cologne
Cheapest price
£132
Average price
£132
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 25 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
727 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Cologne will cost around £132 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £132.
To travel from Budapest to Cologne you need to make at least one change.
7:5812h25Budapest20:23Koeln Messe/deutz Gl.11-12£1321One-way1 change
- 7:5812h25Budapest20:23Koeln Messe/deutz Gl.11-12£1321One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, and a train costs an average of £132.
Distance: 727 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£132 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £120 Average Price |
16h 25m Average total duration 15h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 21h 28m Average total duration 20h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Budapest to Cologne train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Cologne trains for today, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 19:55 Budapest | 22h48 | 18:43 Koeln Messe/deutz Gl.11-12 | 1 change | |
| Thursday 28 May | |||||
| 7:58 Budapest | 12h25 | 20:23 Koeln Messe/deutz Gl.11-12 | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs ÖBB | Railjet?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for ÖBB | Railjet, but also compare tickets for the likes of RegioJet a.s. to find the best option for your trip from Budapest to Cologne.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Cologne
Hungary
Italy
Trains from Budapest to Cologne run on average 2 times per day, taking around 15h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £132 but you can travel from only £59 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 06:44. The fastest train covers the 727 km distance in 12h 9m.
Distance 727 km |
Average train duration 15h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £132 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 9m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 6:44 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, RegioJet a.s. from Budapest to Cologne trainsÖBB | Railjet, RegioJet a.s. trains will get you between Budapest and Cologne from £59. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Budapest to Cologne train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Cologne 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 Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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