The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Paris
Cheapest price
£305
Average price
£305
Fastest journey
13 h 33 m
Average duration
14 h 19 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
1244 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Paris will cost around £305 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £305.
To travel from Budapest to Paris you need to make at least 2 changes.
R 4502 · EC 140 · RJX 766 · ICE 1168:4013h33Budapest-Deli22:13Paris Gare de l'Est£3051One-way4 changes
EC 140 · RJX 766 · ICE 116+
TGV 95708:3013h43Budapest Keleti22:13Paris Gare de l'Est£3051One-way3 changes
RJX 60 · ICE 514+
TGV 95707:3014h43Budapest Keleti22:13Paris Gare de l'Est£3051One-way2 changes
RJX 162 · ICE 118 · 19680+
TGV 95606:3014h11Budapest Keleti20:41Paris Gare de l'Est£3051One-way3 changes
R 4980 · R 9910 · REX 7605 · RJX 2601:2515h25Budapest-Deli16:50Paris Gare de l'Est£3081One-way5 changes
R 4502 · EC 140 · RJX 766 · ICE 1168:4013h33Budapest-Deli22:13Paris Gare de l'Est£3051One-way4 changes
EC 140 · RJX 766 · ICE 116+
TGV 95708:3013h43Budapest Keleti22:13Paris Gare de l'Est£3051One-way3 changes
RJX 162 · ICE 118 · 19680+
TGV 95606:3014h11Budapest Keleti20:41Paris Gare de l'Est£3051One-way3 changes
RJX 60 · ICE 514+
TGV 95707:3014h43Budapest Keleti22:13Paris Gare de l'Est£3051One-way2 changes
R 4980 · R 9910 · REX 7605 · RJX 2601:2515h25Budapest-Deli16:50Paris Gare de l'Est£3081One-way5 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Paris
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.4 - 1.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, and a train costs an average of £305.
Distance: 1244 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£333 Average Price | £149 Average Price | £93 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 14m Average total duration 13h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 54m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 27m Average total duration 17h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.7 - 7.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Paris train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Paris trains for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 68 · ICE 1014 · ICE 9586 | On time 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 19h22 | 10:52 Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
R 4626 · RJX 68 · ICE 1014 · ICE 9586 | 15:40 Budapest-Deli | 19h12 | 10:52 Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 23 May | |||||
R 4980 · R 9910 · REX 7605 · RJX 260 | On time 1:25 Budapest-Deli | 15h25 | 16:50 Paris Gare de l'Est | 5 changes | |
RJX 162 · ICE 118 · 19680+ TGV 9560 | On time 6:30 Budapest Keleti | 14h11 | 20:41 Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 changes | |
RJX 60 · ICE 514+ TGV 9570 | On time 7:30 Budapest Keleti | 14h43 | 22:13 Paris Gare de l'Est | 2 changes | |
EC 140 · RJX 766 · ICE 116+ TGV 9570 | On time 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 13h43 | 22:13 Paris Gare de l'Est | 3 changes | |
R 4502 · EC 140 · RJX 766 · ICE 116 | On time 8:40 Budapest-Deli | 13h33 | 22:13 Paris Gare de l'Est | 4 changes | |
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB | Nightjet, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI or Hungarian Railways (MÁV) to find the best option for your trip from Budapest to Paris.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Paris
Trains from Budapest to Paris run on average 2 times per day, taking around 13h 44m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £305 but you can travel from only £34 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 1244 km distance in 12h 33m.
Distance 1244 km |
Average train duration 13h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price £305 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 12h 33m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet from Budapest to Paris trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, TGV, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Budapest and Paris from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Nightjet
TGV
SNCF | TGV INOUI
ÖBB | Railjet
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Budapest to Paris train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Paris
- 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
- 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
- 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 - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level -1 towards the metro access next to PAUL. Open every day from 07:30 to 22:30.
- Le Perchoir de la Gare de l'Est
- La Consigne
- Starbucks
- Factory & Co
- La Place
- McDonald's
- Mon Chou
- Go Johnny Go
- Maison Pradier
- PAUL
- & many more
- The station is wheelchair accessible and has accessible toilets and orientation system for visually impaired travelers. There is disabled traveler assistance by Track 4.
- Hotel Whistler
- Hôtel LOCOMO
- Hôtel Parisianer
- Mon - Fri: 06:45 - 20:30
- Sat: 09:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 09:00 - 20:30
- Located between Tracks 15 and 18.
- Metro lines: 4, 5, 7
- Bus lines: 31, 32, 35, 38, 39, 46, 54, 56, 91
- Train lines: RER B, TGV, TGV/ICE, TER, Intercités, OUIGO, Transilien, Russian Railways
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