The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Budapest
Cheapest price
£139
Average price
£178
Fastest journey
12 h 47 m
Average duration
13 h 2 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
928 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Budapest will cost around £178 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £139.
To travel from Hamburg to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
ICE 509 · RJX 261
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165
ICE 1285 · RJX 69 · EC 341
ICE 587 · RJX 261
ICE 787 · ICE 1225 · EC 343
ICE 1285 · RJX 69 · EC 341
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165
ICE 587 · RJX 261
ICE 787 · ICE 1225 · EC 343
ICE 587 · ICE 509 · RJX 261Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hamburg to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. 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 £40, and a flight costs an average of £80.
Distance: 928 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£119 Average Price | £185 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 53m Average total duration 13h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 16m Average total duration 15h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Hamburg to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Budapest trains for today, Thursday 5 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:01 Hamburg | 16h18 | 09:19 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:10 Hamburg | 17h09 | 12:19 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 6 March | |||||
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 | On time 07:13 Hamburg Harburg | 13h06 | 20:19 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
ICE 1285 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 08:32 Hamburg Harburg | 12h47 | 21:19 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
ICE 509 · RJX 261 | On time 08:48 Hamburg Hbf | 14h31 | 23:19 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
ICE 787 · ICE 1225 · EC 343 | On time 09:13 Hamburg Harburg | 13h06 | 22:19 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
ICE 587 · RJX 261 | On time 10:13 Hamburg Harburg | 13h06 | 23:19 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
ICE 587 · ICE 509 · RJX 261 | On time 10:13 Hamburg Harburg | 13h06 | 23:19 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Budapest
Trains from Hamburg to Budapest run on average 12 times per day, taking around 13h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £60 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:12, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 928 km distance in 11h 44m.
Distance 928 km |
Average train duration 13h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £60 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 11h 44m |
First train 00:12 |
Last train 23:49 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet from Hamburg to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Hamburg and Budapest from £40. 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.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB Nightjet
FAQs: Hamburg to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg 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 Hamburg and Budapest
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:30
- Sat - Sun: 08:00 - 20:15
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- The station has luggage lockers.
- Le Crobag
- Burger King
- Coffee Fellows
- Havin Grill
- KFC
- Mr. CLOU
- Starbucks
- dean&david
- SPAR Express
- Pommesfreunde
- & more
- Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station
- IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
- Park Hyatt Hamburg
- Located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
- Monday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:40 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:00 - 13:30
- Sunday: 09:00 - 14:30
- Café Bom Dia
- Hünkar
- Yoko Sushi Harburg
- Mathewes Grill
- Hotel Panorama
- Hotel Harburger Hof
- Hotel Jeta
- Hotel Süderelbe
- Monday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:30 - 18:30
- Casa Vecchia
- Burger Lounge
- Il mío
- Olivo
- Sachsentor
- Hotel Hanseat
- 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
- 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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