The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Budapest
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£170
Fastest journey
9 h 4 m
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
745 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Budapest will cost around £170 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
To travel from Stuttgart to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
MEX 19221 · RE 16055 · ICE 115 · RJX 165
RE 4215 · ICE 115 · RJX 165
ICE 591 · RJX 65
ICE 563 · RJX 67
MEX 19217 · RE 16051 · EC 113 · RJX 767
ICE 591 · RJX 65
ICE 591+
RJX 65
MEX 19221 · RE 16055 · ICE 115 · RJX 165
MEX 19217 · RE 16051 · EC 113 · RJX 767
ICE 563 · RJX 67Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Stuttgart to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart 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 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £32, and a flight costs an average of £34.
Distance: 745 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£136 Average Price | £160 Average Price | £54 Average Price Cheapest |
10h 21m Average total duration 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 11m Average total duration 12h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Budapest trains for today, Wednesday 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 591 · RJX 65 | Delayed 08:26 08:15Stuttgart Hbf | 9h04 | 17:19 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RE 4211 · EC 113 · RJX 767 · EC 149 | On time 08:37 Stuttgart Hbf | 9h42 | 18:19 Budapest Keleti | 3 changes | |
MEX 19217 · RE 16051 · EC 113 · RJX 767 | On time 08:52 Stuttgart Hbf | 9h27 | 18:19 Budapest Keleti | 4 changes | |
ICE 563 · RJX 67 | On time 09:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 9h28 | 19:19 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RE 4215 · ICE 115 · RJX 165 | On time 10:39 Stuttgart Hbf | 9h40 | 20:19 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
MEX 19221 · RE 16055 · ICE 115 · RJX 165 | On time 10:52 Stuttgart Hbf | 9h27 | 20:19 Budapest Keleti | 3 changes | |
| Thursday 11 December | |||||
IC 2065+ ICE 23+ RJX 65 | 07:08 Stuttgart Hbf | 10h11 | 17:19 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Budapest
Trains from Stuttgart to Budapest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 9h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £32 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 745 km distance in 8h 47m.
Distance 745 km |
Average train duration 9h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 8h 47m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Stuttgart to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Stuttgart and Budapest from £32. 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
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
EuroNight
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Stuttgart to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart and Budapest
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
- Trollinger
- Curry 23
- Restaurant am Wasser
- Snack n Travel
- Mövenpick Hotel Stuttgart Airport
- Dolce Cafe Bar
- Höhencafe Killesberg
- Distelfarm
- McDonald's
- Messehotel Europe
- Ibis budget Stuttgart City Nord
- Alpha
- B&B 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
- 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
- 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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