The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Strasbourg
Cheapest price
£233
Average price
£233
Fastest journey
11 h 20 m
Average duration
12 h 3 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
848 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Strasbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Strasbourg will cost around £233 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £233.
Of the 5 trains that leave Budapest for Strasbourg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 848 km distance in an average of 12 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 20 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 54 m 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, coach and flight for Budapest to Strasbourg
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £37. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £37, and a flight costs an average of £347.
Distance: 848 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£245 Average Price | £61 Average Price Cheapest | £613 Average Price |
11h 22m Average total duration 10h 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 18m Average total duration 14h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Strasbourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Strasbourg trains for today, Thursday 13 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 148 · RJX 762+ BRB 79048+ ICE 616 | On time 15:40 Budapest Keleti | 15h34 | 07:14 Strasbourg station | 4 changes | |
| Friday 14 November | |||||
![]() | 04:40 Budapest | 12h08 | 16:48 Strasbourg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:40 Budapest | 11h35 | 18:15 Strasbourg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:40 Budapest | 12h54 | 20:34 Strasbourg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Strasbourg
Trains from Budapest to Strasbourg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £203 but you can travel from only £37 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 848 km distance in 11h 20m.
Distance 848 km |
Average train duration 10h 52m |
Cheapest ticket price £203 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 11h 20m |
First train 00:06 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Strasbourg trainsDeutsche Bahn, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Strasbourg from £37. 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.
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Budapest to Strasbourg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Strasbourg
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Nyugati tér.
- Két Szerecsen
- Menza Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Parlament
- Radisson Blu Béke Hotel
- Hilton Budapest City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for international trains
- Hall 2: domestic and regional train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 4, Line 6
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access is available via Mester utca.
- Nándori Cukrászda
- Petrus Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- HUF 200
- Ibis Styles Budapest City
- Hotel Thomas Budapest
- Leonardo Hotel Budapest
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: freight services
- Tram: Line 2, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Kuhn
- Brasserie Flo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Le Grand Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- VéloParc Gare: 760 places, covered VéloParc Sainte-Aurélie: 680 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tramway connections
- Tramway: Line A, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- TER: Regional trains
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