The cheapest and fastest trains from Fribourg to Budapest
Cheapest price
£157
Average price
£157
Fastest journey
12 h 37 m
Average duration
12 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
901 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fribourg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fribourg to Budapest will cost around £157 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £157.
Of the 1 trains that leave Fribourg for Budapest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 901 km distance in an average of 12 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 37 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 coach, train and flight for Fribourg to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fribourg to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 901 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£144 Average Price | £93 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest |
12h 33m Average total duration 12h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 29m Average total duration 19h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Fribourg to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Fribourg to Budapest trains for today, Sunday 9 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:12 Fribourg | 13h07 | 20:19 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:33 Fribourg | 12h46 | 20:19 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Fribourg to Budapest
Trains from Fribourg to Budapest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 12h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:34, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 901 km distance in 12h 11m.
Distance 901 km |
Average train duration 12h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 12h 11m |
First train 00:34 |
Last train 23:32 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Fribourg to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Fribourg and Budapest from £23. 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.
FAQs: Fribourg to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Fribourg 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 Fribourg and Budapest
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Avenue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Pérolles
- Café du Midi
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- CHF 1
- Hotel Alpha
- Hotel de la Rose
- NH Fribourg Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- 105 places, covered
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to major Swiss cities and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: SBB services
- 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
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