The cheapest and fastest trains from Kaiserslautern to Budapest
Cheapest price
£152
Average price
£160
Fastest journey
11 h 25 m
Average duration
11 h 46 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
858 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kaiserslautern to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kaiserslautern to Budapest will cost around £160 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £152.
To travel from Kaiserslautern to Budapest you need to make at least 2 changes.
ICE 1091 · RJX 65 · R 46436:2011h59Kaiserslautern Hbf18:19Budapest-Deli£1521One-way2 changes
ICE 1091 · RJX 656:2012h09Kaiserslautern Hbf18:29Budapest Keleti£1521One-way1 change
12007 · ICE 267 · RJX 65 · R 46436:2911h50Kaiserslautern Hbf18:19Budapest-Deli£1631One-way3 changes
4144 · ICE 571 · ICE 267 · RJX 656:5411h35Kaiserslautern Hbf18:29Budapest Keleti£1631One-way3 changes
12007 · ICE 267 · RJX 656:2912h00Kaiserslautern Hbf18:29Budapest Keleti£1631One-way2 changes
4144 · ICE 571 · ICE 267 · RJX 656:5411h25Kaiserslautern Hbf18:19Budapest-Deli£1631One-way4 changes
4144 · ICE 571 · ICE 267 · RJX 656:5411h35Kaiserslautern Hbf18:29Budapest Keleti£1631One-way3 changes
12007 · ICE 267 · RJX 65 · R 46436:2911h50Kaiserslautern Hbf18:19Budapest-Deli£1631One-way3 changes
ICE 1091 · RJX 65 · R 46436:2011h59Kaiserslautern Hbf18:19Budapest-Deli£1521One-way2 changes
12007 · ICE 267 · RJX 656:2912h00Kaiserslautern Hbf18:29Budapest Keleti£1631One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Kaiserslautern to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kaiserslautern to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 36m. 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 £44, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 858 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£121 Average Price | £87 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 17m Average total duration 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration Fastest 1h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 16h 0m Average total duration 15h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kaiserslautern to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Kaiserslautern to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 6 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1091 · RJX 65 · R 4643 | On time 6:20 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 11h59 | 18:19 Budapest-Deli | 2 changes | |
ICE 1091 · RJX 65 | On time 6:20 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 12h09 | 18:29 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
12007 · ICE 267 · RJX 65 · R 4643 | 6:29 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 11h50 | 18:19 Budapest-Deli | 3 changes | |
12007 · ICE 267 · RJX 65 | On time 6:29 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 12h00 | 18:29 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
4144 · ICE 571 · ICE 267 · RJX 65 | On time 6:54 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 11h35 | 18:29 Budapest Keleti | 3 changes | |
4144 · ICE 571 · ICE 267 · RJX 65 | 6:54 Kaiserslautern Hbf | 11h25 | 18:19 Budapest-Deli | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kaiserslautern to Budapest
Trains from Kaiserslautern to Budapest run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £22 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 858 km distance in 11h 8m.
Distance 858 km |
Average train duration 10h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 11h 8m |
First train 0:09 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Kaiserslautern to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Kaiserslautern 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.
FAQs: Kaiserslautern to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kaiserslautern 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 Kaiserslautern and Budapest
- Monday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 18:00
- Antalya
- Orient Grill
- Öz-Firat Döner Haus
- San Marino
- Hotel Altes Zollamt
- Zum deutschen Michel
- 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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