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Compare train, coach and flight for Hanover to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £65 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £65, while a flight costs an average of £389.
Distance: 857 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£105 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £389 Average Price | £175 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 8m Average total duration 11h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 24m Average total duration 15h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions | 2.6 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Hanover to Budapest
Compare the available ways to get from Hanover to Budapest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £65.
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Budapest:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Budapest costing on average £105.
A coach is £324 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Budapest costing on average £389.
The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 8m.
Coach takes on average 16h 24m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hanover and Budapest including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £105 compared to roughly £175 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £70. The journey takes 11h 38m versus 10h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Hanover to Budapest
How to get to Budapest from Hanover by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Hanover to Budapest is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- ICE 1081 · RJX 61 · R 4645
0:03 14h16 Hanover Hbf 14:19 Budapest-Deli £50 1 One-way 2 changes
Cheapest
- ICE 1081 · RJX 61 · R 4645
0:03 14h16 Hanover Hbf 14:19 Budapest-Deli £50 1 One-way 2 changes
Fastest
SK648 · SK7796:15 3h25 Hamburg Airport 9:40 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £270 1 One-way 1 change
Other options
Train
Coach
Flight
- ICE 1081 · RJX 61
0:03 14h32 Hanover Hbf 14:35 Budapest Keleti £50 1 One-way 1 change - ICE 783 · RJX 67
7:27 13h08 Hanover Hbf 20:35 Budapest Keleti £123 1 One-way 1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus
23:10 19h10 Hanover Central Station 18:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar £66 1 One-way 1 change 
FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus19:44 18h56 Hanover Hbf 14:40 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás £67 1 One-way 2 changes- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
15:15 21h40 Hanover Central Station 12:55 Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) £67 1 One-way 2 changes
AF1439 · AF16947:20 15h20 Hannover Airport 22:40 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £193 1 One-way 1 change- AF1839 · AF1694
19:10 27h30 Hannover Airport 22:40 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £194 1 One-way 1 change 
LO398 · LO5316:55 12h50 Hamburg Airport 19:45 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £214 1 One-way 1 change
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Best day trips from Budapest by train
The most popular day trips by train from Budapest are Szentendre, Esztergom, Eger, Vác and Győr. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Budapest on Omio.
Day trip from Budapest to Esztergom by train
Day trip from Budapest to Eger by train
Why visit Eger for the day?
Eger is a historic town in northern Hungary known for its castle, baroque centre and red wines, especially Egri Bikavér. Thermal baths and Ottoman-era traces give it a relaxed character shaped by regional history and wine culture.
Day trip from Budapest to Vác by train
Day trip from Budapest to Győr by train
Why visit Győr for the day?
Győr is a baroque city in north-west Hungary, known for its handsome old town and riverside setting. Historic churches and lively squares sit alongside a strong industrial identity shaped by Audi Hungaria and the local university.
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FAQs: Hanover to Budapest
Travel to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Hanover to Budapest.
There are 3 options to travel between Hanover and Budapest including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £65.
This is compared to other travel options from Hanover to Budapest:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Budapest costing on average £105.
A coach is £324 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Budapest costing on average £389.
The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 8m.
Coach takes on average 16h 24m.
The Hanover to Budapest distance is approximately 857 km.
The average frequency per day from Hanover to Budapest is:
- Around 96 flights per day.
- Around 19 coaches per day.
- Around 4 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hanover and Budapest as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hanover to Budapest:
- Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Hanover Hbf and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
- Coaches mostly depart from Hanover Central Station and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hanover to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by coach.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB to go to Budapest by train.
- Travel with KLM, Lufthansa, Air France, Lot Polish Airlines, Sas Airways, British Airways, Turkish Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Air Baltic, Swiss, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Avion Express Malta, Luxair, GetJet Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways to go to Budapest by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Hanover to Budapest with the following travel companies:
- 3 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
- 0 direct flights per day with GetJet Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Hanover to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Zagreb. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Hanover to Budapest, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Budapest, you can unwind at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, one of Europe's largest thermal bath complexes. Explore the vibrant Great Market Hall for local foods and crafts, or take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of the city's landmarks. Visit the House of Terror Museum to learn about Hungary's history under fascist and communist regimes, and enjoy a performance at the stunning Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss the best sights: Buda Castle offers panoramic views and houses the Budapest History Museum, while the Parliament Building and Fisherman's Bastion provide breathtaking architecture and views. St. Stephen's Basilica offers a grand interior and panoramic dome views, and Heroes' Square is noted for its iconic statues and the Millennium Monument.
Three to four days in Budapest is typically sufficient to explore major attractions such as Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament Building, Széchenyi Thermal Bath, and to enjoy the city's vibrant culinary and cultural scene.
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