How to get to Budapest from Ingolstadt

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Compare train, coach and flight for Ingolstadt to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ingolstadt 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 5h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £70, while a flight costs an average of £377.

Distance: 582 km

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£121

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£377

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£70

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Cheapest

£117

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8h 25m

Average total duration

7h 55m

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30m

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5h 8m

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3h 8m

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13h 19m

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12h 49m

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7h 42m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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1.7 - 3.5kg

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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Compare ways to travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest

Compare the available ways to get from Ingolstadt to Budapest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

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

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

A coach is £52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ingolstadt to Budapest costing on average £121.

A coach is £308 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ingolstadt to Budapest costing on average £377.

The fastest way to travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 25m.

Coach takes on average 13h 19m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Ingolstadt 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 £121 compared to roughly £117 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£4. The journey takes 7h 55m versus 7h 42m 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.

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from Ingolstadt to Budapest

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

Our recommendation

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

  • ÖBBRE1 · RJX 65+ÖBB | InterCityIC 647+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 149
    3 changes

Cheapest

  • ÖBBRE1 · RJX 65+ÖBB | InterCityIC 647+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 149
    3 changes

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH1674
    0 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn59073 · EC 115 · RJX 161 · EC 147
    4 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn59073 · EC 115 · RJX 161 · EC 147
    3 changes
  • Deutsche Bahn4007 · RJX 63
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO356 · LO535
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO352 · LO537
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO352 · LO531
    1 change

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FAQs: Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt to Budapest.

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

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

A coach is £52 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ingolstadt to Budapest costing on average £121.

A coach is £308 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ingolstadt to Budapest costing on average £377.

The fastest way to travel from Ingolstadt to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 8m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 25m.

Coach takes on average 13h 19m.

The Ingolstadt to Budapest distance is approximately 582 km.
The average frequency per day from Ingolstadt to Budapest is:
  • Around 59 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 8 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Munich Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Ingolstadt Hbf and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Ingolstadt, Nordbahnhof and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Ingolstadt to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE to go to Budapest by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by coach.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM, Lot Polish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air France, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Qatar Airways, Brussels Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Malta Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Baltic, Eurowings, Lufthansa Cityline, Edelweiss Air, Air Dolomiti, TAP Portugal, Condor Flugdienst, Avion Express Malta, Norwegian Air Shuttle, CitizenPlane, GetJet Airlines to go to Budapest by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Ingolstadt to Budapest:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Malta Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline.
Omio customers who travel from Ingolstadt 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 Ingolstadt 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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