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74169 · ICE 505 · RJX 19915 · IR 197318:3112h58Chemnitz Hbf21:29Budapest-Deli£1311One-way4 changes- 74169 · ICE 505 · RJX 19915+
790238:3113h04Chemnitz Hbf21:35Budapest Keleti£1311One-way3 changes - 94749 · Bus RB30 · 74009 · RJ 1738:3011h58Chemnitz Hbf20:28Budapest-Nyugati£2451One-way4 changes
- 74118 · IC 2447 · RJ 173 · EC 2818:0812h20Chemnitz Hbf20:28Budapest-Nyugati£2451One-way3 changes
- 94509 · Bus RB30 · 74051 · Bus RB309:0411h24Chemnitz Hbf20:28Budapest-Nyugati£2451One-way5 changes
- 94509 · Bus RB30 · 74051 · Bus RB309:0411h24Chemnitz Hbf20:28Budapest-Nyugati£2451One-way5 changes
- 94749 · Bus RB30 · 74009 · RJ 1738:3011h58Chemnitz Hbf20:28Budapest-Nyugati£2451One-way4 changes
- 74118 · IC 2447 · RJ 173 · EC 2818:0812h20Chemnitz Hbf20:28Budapest-Nyugati£2451One-way3 changes
- 74169 · ICE 505 · RJX 19915 · IR 197318:3112h58Chemnitz Hbf21:29Budapest-Deli£1311One-way4 changes
- 74169 · ICE 505 · RJX 19915+790238:3113h04Chemnitz Hbf21:35Budapest Keleti£1311One-way3 changes
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Compare train, coach and flight for Chemnitz to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chemnitz to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £30, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 579 km
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Live departures
Chemnitz to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Chemnitz to Budapest trains for today, Friday 24 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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 | 18:31 Chemnitz | 16h48 | 11:19 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:31 Chemnitz | 16h48 | 12:19 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
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| 74118 · IC 2447 · RJ 173 · EC 281 | 8:08 Chemnitz Hbf | 12h20 | 20:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 3 changes | |
| 94749 · Bus RB30 · 74009 · RJ 173 | 8:30 Chemnitz Hbf | 11h58 | 20:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 4 changes | |
| 74169 · ICE 505+79023+RJX 19915 | 8:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 12h58 | 21:29 Budapest-Deli | 4 changes | |
| 74169 · ICE 505+79023+RJX 19915 | 8:31 Chemnitz Hbf | 13h04 | 21:35 Budapest Keleti | 3 changes | |
| 94509 · Bus RB30 · 74051 · Bus RB30 | 9:04 Chemnitz Hbf | 11h24 | 20:28 Budapest-Nyugati | 5 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chemnitz to Budapest
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Trains from Chemnitz to Budapest run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 579 km distance in 10h 58m.
Distance 579 km |
Average train duration 10h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 10h 58m |
First train 1:25 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn from Chemnitz to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn, Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn trains will get you between Chemnitz and Budapest from £22. 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.
Mitteldeutsche Regiobahn
FAQs: Chemnitz to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chemnitz to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chemnitz and Budapest
Most Chemnitz to Budapest trains use the Chemnitz Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Nyugati. Use this guide to compare Chemnitz and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chemnitz station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Chemnitz Hbf from Chemnitz city centre
Chemnitz Hbf is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz Hbf train station facilities and services
Chemnitz 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 and drink
Food options include: Genießer-Eck, Delphi, Zum Haineck, Japanisches Restaurant Osaka
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz Hbf. ATMs are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Information desks are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chemnitzer Hof, Hotel Sächsischer Hof, Hotel an der Oper, Hotel Elisenhof.
Getting to Chemnitz Moritzhof from Chemnitz city centre
Which Budapest station do trains from Chemnitz arrive at?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Nyugati from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Nyugati is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Nyugati train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Két Szerecsen, Menza Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Nyugati. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Nyugati: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Nyugati: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Parlament, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Hilton Budapest City.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
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