The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Kandersteg
Cheapest price
£130
Average price
£130
Fastest journey
13 h
Average duration
13 h
Trains per day
1
Distance
868 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Kandersteg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Kandersteg will cost around £130 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £130.
Of the 1 trains that leave Budapest for Kandersteg every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 868 km distance in an average of 13 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h .
The slowest trains will take 13 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Budapest to Kandersteg
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Kandersteg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £62. 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 train costs an average of £62, and a flight costs an average of £42.
Distance: 868 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
£85 Average Price Cheapest | £87 Average Price |
14h 36m Average total duration 14h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Budapest to Kandersteg train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Kandersteg trains for today, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:40 Budapest | 13h00 | 20:40 Kandersteg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Budapest | 17h00 | 04:40 Kandersteg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Kandersteg
Trains from Budapest to Kandersteg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 14h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £42 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:14, the last at 11:14. The fastest train covers the 868 km distance in 12h 45m.
Distance 868 km |
Average train duration 14h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 12h 45m |
First train 07:14 |
Last train 11:14 |
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet from Budapest to Kandersteg trainsÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Budapest and Kandersteg from £42. 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 Kandersteg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Kandersteg 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 Kandersteg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Kandersteg
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 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
- 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
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Hotel Bernerhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Bernerhof
- Landgasthof Ruedihus
- Hotel Alfa Soleil
- Located in the main hall
- 16 places, covered
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access, ticket office, and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- PostBus connections to nearby villages
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