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Museum of Fine Arts
Hungary’s leading fine arts museum, known for European paintings, Egyptian antiquities and strong temporary exhibitions on Heroes’ Square.
IC 406 · REX 7638 · R 9919 · R 4929
RE5+
EC 463
RE5+
IC 747+
RJX 261
RE5+
IC 747+
RJX 261+
IC 201
RJ 289+
EN 40467
RJX 265+
EC 143
EC 115 · RJX 186 · EC 147 · R 4633
ICE 117 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 · R 4611
RJX 65 · R 4643
RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £24.
Distance: 562 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£112 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £238 Average Price |
7h 50m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Budapest trains for today, Sunday 2 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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RE5+ EC 463 | 23:51 Munich Hbf | 9h38 | 9:29 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RE5+ EC 463+ EN 40467 | 23:51 Munich Hbf | 9h28 | 9:19 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
RJX 265+ IC 547+ RJX 61 | On time 6:04 Munich Hbf | 8h31 | 14:35 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJX 265+ EC 143 | 6:04 Munich Hbf | 6h58 | 13:02 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 265+ EC 143+ R 3335 | 6:04 Munich Hbf | 7h41 | 13:45 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJX 61 | On time 7:09 Munich Hbf | 7h26 | 14:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 61 · R 4645 | On time 7:09 Munich Hbf | 7h10 | 14:19 Budapest-Deli | 1 change | |
RJX 61 | On time 7:09 Munich Hbf | 7h26 | 14:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1211+ RJX 63 | On time 8:03 Munich Hbf | 8h32 | 16:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJ 113+ RJX19975+ EC 145 | On time 8:06 Munich Hbf | 7h29 | 15:35 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJ 113+ IC 641+ RJX 63 | On time 8:06 Munich Hbf | 8h29 | 16:35 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJ 113 · RJX 19975 · EC 145 | On time 8:06 Munich Hbf | 7h29 | 15:35 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJ 113 · RJX 19975 · EC 145 · R 4613 | On time 8:06 Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 15:19 Budapest-Deli | 3 changes | |
RJX 63 | On time 9:13 Munich Hbf | 7h22 | 16:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 63 | On time 9:13 Munich Hbf | 7h22 | 16:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 115+ RJX 186+ EC 147 | On time 10:16 Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 17:29 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
EC 115 · RJX 186 · EC 147 | On time 10:16 Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 17:29 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
EC 115 · RJX 186 · EC 147 · R 4633 | On time 10:16 Munich Hbf | 7h03 | 17:19 Budapest-Deli | 3 changes | |
RJX 65 | On time 11:13 Munich Hbf | 7h16 | 18:29 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 65 · R 4643 | On time 11:13 Munich Hbf | 7h06 | 18:19 Budapest-Deli | 1 change | |
RJX 65 | On time 11:13 Munich Hbf | 7h16 | 18:29 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 65+ IC 647+ EC 149 | On time 11:13 Munich Hbf | 8h16 | 19:29 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
ICE 1215+ RJX 67 | On time 12:09 Munich Hbf | 8h26 | 20:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
ICE 117 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 · R 4611 | On time 12:16 Munich Hbf | 7h03 | 19:19 Budapest-Deli | 3 changes | |
ICE 117 · RJX 19977 · EC 149 | On time 12:16 Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 19:29 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJX19977+ EC 149+ ICE 117 | On time 12:16 Munich Hbf | 7h13 | 19:29 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
IC 649+ RJX 67+ ICE 117 | On time 12:16 Munich Hbf | 8h19 | 20:35 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJX 67 | On time 13:13 Munich Hbf | 7h22 | 20:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 67 | On time 13:13 Munich Hbf | 7h22 | 20:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 67+ IC 741+ RJX19915 | On time 13:13 Munich Hbf | 8h22 | 21:35 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RE5 · RJX19915 | 13:47 Munich Hbf | 7h48 | 21:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 19915 · R 4631+ 79023 | 13:47 Munich Hbf | 7h32 | 21:19 Budapest-Deli | 2 changes | |
RJX 19915+ 79023 | 13:47 Munich Hbf | 7h48 | 21:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
DB S6 · RJX19915+ ICE 119 | 14:07 München Hbf (tief) | 7h28 | 21:35 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJX 69+ IC 745+ EC 343 | On time 15:13 Munich Hbf | 8h22 | 23:35 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJX 69+ EC 341 | On time 15:13 Munich Hbf | 7h22 | 22:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 69 · EC 341 | 15:13 Munich Hbf | 7h22 | 22:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711 | 15:13 Munich Hbf | 7h06 | 22:19 Budapest-Deli | 2 changes | |
RE5+ IC 747+ RJX 261 | On time 15:47 Munich Hbf | 8h42 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RE5+ IC 747+ RJX 261+ IC 201 | 15:47 Munich Hbf | 8h37 | 0:24 Budapest Keleti | 3 changes | |
DB S6+ IC 747+ RJX 261+ ICE 211 | 16:07 München Hbf (tief) | 8h22 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 3 changes | |
DB S6+ IC 747+ RJX 261+ IC 201 | 16:07 München Hbf (tief) | 8h17 | 0:24 Budapest Keleti | 4 changes | |
RJX 261 | On time 17:12 Munich Hbf | 7h17 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 261 | On time 17:12 Munich Hbf | 7h17 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 261 · IC 201 | On time 17:12 Munich Hbf | 7h12 | 0:24 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 261+ IC 201 | On time 17:12 Munich Hbf | 7h12 | 0:24 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
IC 406 · REX 7638 · R 9919 · R 4929 | On time 18:27 Munich Hbf | 12h37 | 7:04 Budapest-Deli | 3 changes | |
RE5 · RJX13483+ REX 6+ R 9919 | 18:44 Munich Hbf | 12h20 | 7:04 Budapest-Deli | 4 changes | |
RJX 13483 · REX 7638 · R 9919 · R 4929 | 18:44 Munich Hbf | 12h20 | 7:04 Budapest-Deli | 4 changes | |
RJ 289+ EN 40467 | 20:19 Munich Hbf | 13h00 | 9:19 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
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Trains from Munich to Budapest run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £48 but you can travel from only £24 by flight.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 562 km distance in 6h 41m.
Distance 562 km |
Average train duration 7h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £48 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 6h 41m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Budapest — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Budapest trip today.
Hungary’s leading fine arts museum, known for European paintings, Egyptian antiquities and strong temporary exhibitions on Heroes’ Square.
Museum inside Buda Castle covering Budapest’s past from medieval remains to modern urban history, with notable views from the building.
Major collection of Hungarian art from medieval works to the 20th century, set in palace wings with a calm atmosphere and city views.
Long avenue linking the centre with City Park. Grand facades, embassies and historic mansions make it one of Budapest’s classic walks.
Popular lookout terrace in the Castle District with neo-Romanesque towers and memorable panoramas over the Danube and Pest skyline.
Leafy island park in the Danube with running paths, gardens, fountains and ruins. A relaxing break from the busy centre.
Rich beef soup with paprika, onion and vegetables. It is Hungary’s signature comfort dish and a classic on Budapest menus.
Slow-cooked beef stew heavy with sweet paprika and onions, traditionally served with nokedli. A cornerstone of Hungarian home cooking.
Deep-fried flatbread, often topped with garlic, sour cream and cheese. It is one of Budapest’s most familiar street foods.
Long-running Jewish-Hungarian restaurant serving hearty local dishes in a warm, nostalgic dining room.
Traditional restaurant near the Great Market Hall specialising in paprika-rich Hungarian classics in a cosy, old-style setting.
Elegant riverside restaurant serving classic Hungarian dishes with polished service and grand Danube views.
Budget to moderate for Europe. Public transport is cheap, meals are reasonable, and hotels often cost less than in Vienna or Prague, though central stays and nightlife can add up.
Service may be included, so check the bill first. If not, tip around 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxi fares are usually rounded up slightly; cafés often get small change.
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Budapest Keleti railway station -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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.

Most Munich to Budapest trains use the München Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Munich and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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 options include: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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 options include: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
München Isartor 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 options include: Ratskeller, Speiserei Volksbad, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge
Wi-Fi is available at München Isartor. ATMs are available at München Isartor.
Ticket office support is available at München Isartor. Information desks are available at München Isartor.
Luggage storage is available at München Isartor. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Isartor: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Isartor: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Isartor.
Nearby hotels include Novotel München City, Hilton Munich City, Living Hotel am Deutschen Museum, Unsöld's Factory Hotel.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld 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 options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
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 storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
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