- Recommended
Oberhausmuseum
City museum in a former inn covering Passau’s art, trade and everyday life. A good introduction to the city’s cultural and urban history.
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£71
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
5 h 27 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
5 h 39 m
Trains on 08 Sept
33
Distance
432 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Passau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Passau will cost around £71 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Budapest to Passau you need to make at least one change.
R 9318 · R 9468+
ER 62+
REX 6
RJX 264+
IC 840+
R 50
R 4910 · R 9420+
EC 1218+
REX 62
RJX 68+
REX 50+
IC 746
RJX 266 · RJX 768+
R 50
EC 146+
RJX19970+
REX 50
EC 342+
RJX19962+
REX 50
RJX 62+
REX 50
RJX 64+
REX 50
RJX 60+
REX 50Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £37 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.4 - 1.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, while a flight costs an average of £187.
Distance: 432 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£74 Average Price | £37 Average Price Cheapest | £187 Average Price | £95 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 39m Average total duration 7h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Passau:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Passau costing on average £74.
A coach is £150 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Passau costing on average £187.
Other travel options to Passau take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 2m.
Coach takes on average 7h 9m.
The journey is about 32m faster (5h 2m by train vs 5h 34m by car) and roughly £21 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£74 vs £95). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Passau trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4910 · R 9420+ REX 62 · REX 50 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 7h12 | 10:22 Passau Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 4910 · R 9420+ RJX19950+ REX 62 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 7h12 | 10:22 Passau Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 342+ RJX19962+ REX 50 | 5:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h42 | 11:12 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 342+ R 51 · R 50+ IC 546 | 5:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h55 | 12:25 Passau Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX19912+ REX 51+ R 50 | 6:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h55 | 12:25 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX19912+ REX 50+ IC 548 | 6:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h42 | 13:12 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 60+ REX 50 | 7:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h42 | 13:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 140+ RJX19976+ REX 50 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h52 | 14:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 140+ REX 50+ IC 642 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h42 | 15:12 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 62+ REX 50 | 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h42 | 15:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 62+ IC 644+ R 51 · R 50 | 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h55 | 16:25 Passau Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 142+ RJX19916+ REX 51+ R 50 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h55 | 16:25 Passau Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 142+ RJX19916+ REX 50 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h33 | 17:03 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 142+ REX 50+ IC 646 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h33 | 17:03 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 64+ REX 50 | 11:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h42 | 17:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 64+ REX 50+ ICE 1212 | 11:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h52 | 18:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 144+ RJX 187+ REX 50 | 12:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h52 | 18:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 144+ R 50+ IC 740 | 12:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h33 | 19:03 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 66+ REX 50 | 13:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h00 | 19:30 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 66+ REX 50+ IC 742 | 13:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h52 | 20:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 146+ RJX19970+ REX 50 | 14:55 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 5h27 | 20:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 146+ REX 50+ IC 744 | 14:55 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 6h27 | 21:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 68+ REX 50 | 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h52 | 21:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 68+ IC 746+ REX 50 | 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h52 | 22:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 148+ RJX19972+ REX 50 | 16:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h52 | 22:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 148+ R 50+ IC 748 | 16:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h52 | 23:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 264 · RJX 664+ R 50 | 17:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h52 | 23:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 264+ IC 840+ R 50 | 17:30 Budapest Keleti | 7h52 | 1:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 266 · RJX 768+ R 50 | 19:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h52 | 1:22 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 462+ S 2 | 20:30 Budapest Keleti | 9h58 | 6:28 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 21:56 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 10h26 | 8:22 Passau Hbf | 5 changes | |
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 21:56 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 11h16 | 9:12 Passau Hbf | 5 changes | |
R 4968+ ER 62+ REX 50+ RJX19910 | 23:25 Budapest-Deli | 10h57 | 10:22 Passau Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Budapest to Passau run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £25 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 432 km distance in 5h 32m.
Distance 432 km |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 32m |
First train 1:25 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Passau — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Passau trip today.
City museum in a former inn covering Passau’s art, trade and everyday life. A good introduction to the city’s cultural and urban history.
Museum on the fortress hill presenting glass art, regional history and changing exhibitions. The setting adds excellent views over the rivers and old town.
Museum dedicated to modern and contemporary art in Passau. It offers a quieter cultural stop with rotating exhibitions in a central old town location.
Prominent headland where the Danube, Inn and Ilz meet. It is one of Passau’s signature viewpoints and a favourite place for photographs and riverside walks.
Atmospheric old town quarter with narrow lanes, pastel façades and historic squares. Ideal for wandering between churches, shops and river viewpoints.
Pleasant riverside promenade along the Inn with benches, trees and views towards Mariahilf. A relaxing walking route popular with locals and visitors.
A hearty Bavarian potato soup often enriched with root vegetables and herbs. It is a comforting staple in inns across Lower Bavaria.
Crisp roasted pork knuckle with crackling, usually served with gravy and dumplings. A classic Bavarian tavern dish popular in Passau.
Slow-roasted pork with dark beer gravy, commonly eaten in Bavarian beer halls. It reflects the region’s strong brewing and roast-meat tradition.
Riverside restaurant with a more refined feel, offering regional cuisine, seasonal menus, and views suited to a relaxed dinner.
Traditional Bavarian inn near the old town, known for roast meats, dumplings, beer, and a classic wood-panelled atmosphere.
Historic brewery restaurant serving Bavarian dishes and house beers in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are reasonable, while tourist areas cost more. Local buses and regional trains are fairly priced.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is customary in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Passau Hbf -> Rathausplatz, Passau
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Passau 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 Passau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Passau trains use the Budapest Keleti to Passau Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Neustift(b Passau). Use this guide to compare Budapest and Passau train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Passau Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar, Gastronomie Innsteg, Café Kowalski, Lecorner
Wi-Fi is available at Passau Hbf. ATMs are available at Passau Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Passau Hbf. Information desks are available at Passau Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Passau Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Passau Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Passau Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Passau Hbf.
Nearby hotels include IBB Hotel Passau, Hotel Atrium, Hotel Herdegen Garni, Hotel König.
Neustift(b Passau) is 4 km from Passau city centre. Public transport options include:
Neustift(b Passau) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM and Accessibility.
Food and drink options are available at Neustift(b Passau).
ATMs are available at Neustift(b Passau).
Available at Neustift(b Passau): Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Neustift(b Passau).
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