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Staatliches Museum Schwerin
State museum with notable Dutch and German paintings, decorative arts and changing exhibitions opposite the castle and theatre.
Cheapest price
£147
Average price
£147
Fastest journey
14 h 48 m
Average duration
14 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
868 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Schwerin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Schwerin will cost around £147 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £147.
To travel from Budapest to Schwerin you need to make at least one change.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Schwerin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £49, and a flight costs an average of £104.
Distance: 868 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£139 Average Price | £68 Average Price Cheapest | £153 Average Price |
13h 47m Average total duration 13h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 27m Average total duration 17h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Trains from Budapest to Schwerin run on average 12 times per day, taking around 13h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £49 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 868 km distance in 15h 8m.
Distance 868 km |
Average train duration 13h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 15h 8m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:02 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Discover the best of Schwerin — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Schwerin trip today.
State museum with notable Dutch and German paintings, decorative arts and changing exhibitions opposite the castle and theatre.
Museum inside Schwerin Castle presenting historic state rooms, courtly life and collections that deepen a visit to the palace.
Railway museum with preserved locomotives, carriages and technical displays, especially appealing to families and transport enthusiasts.
Formal gardens beside the castle with canals, sculptures and sweeping views. Ideal for a gentle walk and classic Schwerin photographs.
Historic market square framed by gabled houses, the town hall and cathedral. A natural starting point for exploring the old centre.
Popular lakeside promenade and green space offering water views, benches and relaxing walks close to the old town and castle island.
Hearty fish soup from Mecklenburg lakes and the Baltic coast, usually made with mixed fish, root vegetables and herbs. A classic regional dish tied to local waters.
Smoked eel from nearby lakes and rivers, traditionally served simply with bread or potatoes. It is a long-standing speciality of Mecklenburg fish cuisine.
Pan-fried or stewed pike-perch from regional waters. Valued for its delicate flesh, it is one of the most typical fish dishes in Schwerin and Mecklenburg.
Elegant restaurant at Weinhaus Wöhler with refined regional cooking and a historic atmosphere suited to a slower dinner.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving German classics and house-brewed beer in a lively historic setting near the old town.
Popular lakeside restaurant focused on fish and regional cooking, offering scenic views and a relaxed atmosphere.
Moderate for Germany: dining and local transport are manageable, while hotels rise in summer and around major events.
Round up in cafés and taxis. In restaurants, 5-10% is usual for good service, given directly when paying.
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Schwerin Hbf -> Marienplatz, Schwerin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Schwerin 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 Schwerin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Schwerin trains use the Budapest Keleti to Schwerin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Schwerin Mitte. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Schwerin 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-Nyugati is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Nyugati 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: Két Szerecsen, Menza Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Nyugati: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parlament, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Hilton Budapest City.
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.
Schwerin 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: 7 Star Döner, Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe, By Ali, Arsenalterrasse
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin Hbf. ATMs are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin Hbf. Information desks are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Niederländischer Hof, Altstadthotel, Avalon Hotel, Haus am Pfaffenteich.
Schwerin Mitte 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: 7 Star Döner, Muellers Café Bistro Kneipe, Arsenalterrasse, Restaurant & Café Ulrike
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin Mitte. ATMs are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin Mitte. Information desks are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin Mitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin Mitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin Mitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin Mitte.
Nearby hotels include Niederländischer Hof, Altstadthotel, Haus am Pfaffenteich, Hotel am Hauptbahnhof.
Schwerin-Görries is 2 km from Schwerin city centre. Public transport options include:
Schwerin-Görries 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: See-Idyll, Freizeitanlage Kaspelwerder, Bowling-Center Schwerin KW GmbH, Thüringer Bratwürste
Wi-Fi is available at Schwerin-Görries. ATMs are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Ticket office support is available at Schwerin-Görries. Information desks are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Luggage storage is available at Schwerin-Görries. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schwerin-Görries: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schwerin-Görries: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schwerin-Görries.
Nearby hotels include Sport-&Bikerhotel.
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