How to get to Budapest from Heilbronn

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Compare coach, train and flight for Heilbronn to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Heilbronn to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £70 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, while a flight costs an average of £355.

Distance: 748 km

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£70

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£355

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£124

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£148

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14h 44m

Average total duration

14h 14m

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4h 58m

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10h 19m

Average total duration

9h 49m

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9h 19m

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0.7 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

2.2 - 4.5kg

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Heilbronn to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £70.

This is compared to other travel options from Heilbronn to Budapest:

A coach is £54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heilbronn to Budapest costing on average £124.

A coach is £285 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heilbronn to Budapest costing on average £355.

The fastest way to travel from Heilbronn to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 58m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 19m.

Coach takes on average 14h 44m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Heilbronn and Budapest including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £70 compared to roughly £148 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £78. The journey takes 14h 14m versus 9h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Heilbronn to Budapest

How to get to Budapest from Heilbronn by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Heilbronn to Budapest is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    21:0014h40
    Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station)
    11:40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £621One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    21:0014h40
    Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station)
    11:40Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £621One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • Wizz AirW62290
    8:151h35
    Stuttgart Airport
    9:50Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £731One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:2016h10
    Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station)
    21:30Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    £641One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:2016h25
    Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station)
    21:45Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £641One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    15:3017h10
    Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station)
    8:40Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út)
    £681One-way
    2 changes
  • Condor FlugdienstDE4469
    20:001h45
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    21:45Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1791One-way
    0 changes
  • Condor FlugdienstDE4467
    14:301h35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    16:05Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1921One-way
    0 changes
  • Condor FlugdienstDE4465
    9:001h35
    Frankfurt am Main Airport
    10:35Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £2051One-way
    0 changes

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FAQs: Heilbronn 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 Heilbronn to Budapest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Heilbronn and Budapest including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Heilbronn to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £70.

This is compared to other travel options from Heilbronn to Budapest:

A coach is £54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Heilbronn to Budapest costing on average £124.

A coach is £285 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Heilbronn to Budapest costing on average £355.

The fastest way to travel from Heilbronn to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 58m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 19m.

Coach takes on average 14h 44m.

The Heilbronn to Budapest distance is approximately 748 km.
The average frequency per day from Heilbronn to Budapest is:
  • Around 89 flights per day.
  • Around 14 coaches per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Heilbronn and Budapest as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Heilbronn to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Heilbronn Hbf and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Heilbronn, Hbf (Central station) and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Heilbronn to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Budapest by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Malta Air, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Eurowings, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Wizz Air, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, GetJet Airlines to go to Budapest by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, AMI-Tour to go to Budapest by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Heilbronn to Budapest with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct flights per day with Condor Flugdienst, Avion Express Malta, Malta Air, Eurowings, Wizz Air, Lufthansa.
  • 3 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, AMI-Tour.
Omio customers who travel from Heilbronn 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 Heilbronn to Budapest, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train 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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