The cheapest and fastest trains from Groningen to Budapest
Cheapest price
£172
Average price
£202
Fastest journey
16 h 41 m
Average duration
16 h 47 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
1087 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Budapest will cost around £202 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £172.
To travel from Groningen to Budapest you need to make at least 4 changes.
RE 6132 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 6299:0521h59Groningen Europapark7:04Budapest-Deli£1721One-way7 changes
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 1239:1021h54Groningen Europapark7:04Budapest-Deli£1721One-way8 changes
IC 520 · ICE 225 · RJX 2616:1818h11Groningen station0:29Budapest Keleti£1911One-way2 changes
RE 6124 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 · RJX 2617:0517h24Groningen Europapark0:29Budapest Keleti£1911One-way3 changes
IC 524 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 · RJX 2617:1817h11Groningen station0:29Budapest Keleti£1911One-way3 changes
IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 143 · ICE 5877:4816h41Groningen station0:29Budapest Keleti£2251One-way5 changes
IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 143 · ICE 5877:4816h41Groningen station0:29Budapest Keleti£2251One-way4 changes
37619 · IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 1437:4016h49Groningen Europapark0:29Budapest Keleti£2251One-way5 changes
37619 · IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 1437:4016h49Groningen Europapark0:29Budapest Keleti£2251One-way6 changes
RE 6126 · IC 17923 · ICE 143 · ICE 5877:3516h54Groningen Europapark0:29Budapest Keleti£2251One-way4 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Groningen to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £60. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 15h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 1.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £60, and a train costs an average of £75.
Distance: 1087 km
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£160 Average Price | £88 Average Price Cheapest |
16h 10m Average total duration Fastest 15h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 20h 19m Average total duration 19h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.1 - 2.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Groningen to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Groningen to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Thursday 4 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus 72005 · 4411 · ICE 787 · ICE 1225 | On time 6:10 Groningen | 17h14 | 23:24 Budapest-Deli | 5 changes | |
Bus 72005 · 4411 · ICE 787 · ICE 1225 | On time 6:10 Groningen | 17h25 | 23:35 Budapest Keleti | 4 changes | |
IC 520 · ICE 225 · RJX 261 | On time 6:18 Groningen station | 18h11 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RE 6124 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 · RJX 261 | On time 7:05 Groningen Europapark | 17h24 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 3 changes | |
IC 524 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 · RJX 261 | On time 7:18 Groningen station | 17h11 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 3 changes | |
RE 6126 · IC 17923 · ICE 143 · ICE 587 | On time 7:35 Groningen Europapark | 16h54 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 4 changes | |
37619 · IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 143 | On time 7:40 Groningen Europapark | 16h49 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 5 changes | |
37619 · IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 143 | On time 7:40 Groningen Europapark | 16h49 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 6 changes | |
IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 143 · ICE 587 | On time 7:48 Groningen station | 16h41 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 5 changes | |
IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 143 · ICE 587 | On time 7:48 Groningen station | 16h41 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 4 changes | |
37819 · Bus 72006 · 4415 · ICE 789 | 7:57 Groningen Europapark | 23h07 | 7:04 Budapest-Deli | 7 changes | |
RE 6132 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 629 | 9:05 Groningen Europapark | 21h59 | 7:04 Budapest-Deli | 7 changes | |
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | 9:10 Groningen Europapark | 21h54 | 7:04 Budapest-Deli | 8 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Groningen to Budapest
Trains from Groningen to Budapest run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £75 but you can travel from only £60 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 1087 km distance in 16h 4m.
Distance 1087 km |
Average train duration 15h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 16h 4m |
First train 1:25 |
Last train 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Groningen to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Groningen and Budapest from £60. 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: Groningen to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen 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 Groningen and Budapest
- Parking is available near the station, with spaces for both short-term and long-term parking.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- 80 places, covered
- The station is a small regional station with two platforms and a simple layout.
- Bus: Line 3, Line 4
- Train: Arriva services to Groningen Central and Delfzijl
- 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
- 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, 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
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