The cheapest and fastest trains from Rostock to Budapest
Cheapest price
£64
Average price
£87
Fastest journey
13 h 58 m
Average duration
15 h 37 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
878 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rostock to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rostock to Budapest will cost around £87 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £64.
Of the 5 trains that leave Rostock for Budapest every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 878 km distance in an average of 15 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 19 h 43 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 and train for Rostock to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rostock 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 train which can get you there in 13h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £40, and a train costs an average of £51.
Distance: 878 km
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£123 Average Price | £64 Average Price Cheapest |
14h 25m Average total duration Fastest 13h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 24m Average total duration 14h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rostock to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Rostock to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Monday 19 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:05 Rostock | 15h01 | 21:06 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:21 Rostock | 13h58 | 22:19 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:50 Rostock | 20h14 | 05:04 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:08 Rostock | 19h56 | 05:04 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:21 Rostock | 19h43 | 05:04 Budapest | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Rostock to Budapest by coach or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rostock to Budapest
Trains from Rostock to Budapest run on average 6 times per day, taking around 13h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £51 but you can travel from only £40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 878 km distance in 13h 41m.
Distance 878 km |
Average train duration 13h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £51 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 13h 41m |
First train 01:25 |
Last train 23:34 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Rostock to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Rostock 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.
FAQs: Rostock to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rostock 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 Rostock and Budapest
- Monday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 18:00
- Layali Alsham
- Heumond
- Joho-Broiler
- Cafe Kloster
- Hotel Stadthalle
- Hotel Greifennest
- Appartement-Hotel
- 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
- 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
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