Travel by coach, train with
1,000+ more
1,000+ more
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
4.942K ratings
Google Play
4.6136K reviews
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Karlsruhe to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £60 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 10h 42m. 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 £60, while a train costs an average of £122.
Distance: 806 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£122 Average Price | £60 Average Price Cheapest | £152 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 42m Average total duration Fastest 10h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 13m Average total duration 14h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Karlsruhe to Budapest
Compare the available ways to get from Karlsruhe to Budapest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £60.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Budapest:
A coach is £63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Budapest costing on average £122.
The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Budapest is by train with an average journey time of 10h 42m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Coach takes on average 15h 13m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Karlsruhe and Budapest including taking a coach and train.
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 £122 compared to roughly £152 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £31. The journey takes 10h 12m versus 9h 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 Karlsruhe to Budapest
How to get to Budapest from Karlsruhe by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Karlsruhe to Budapest is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus
14:20 14h45 Karlsruhe Hbf 5:05 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar £53 1 One-way 0 changes
Cheapest
- FlixBus
14:20 14h45 Karlsruhe Hbf 5:05 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar £53 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
- ICE 72 · ICE 916+
SN2616 · SN282914:37 8h28 Karlsruhe Hbf 23:05 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £251 1 One-way 3 changes
Other options
Train
Coach
Flight
RE1+
ICE 563+RJX 679:32 11h03 Karlsruhe Hbf 20:35 Budapest Keleti £59 1 One-way 2 changes- 19009 · ICE 563 · RJX 67
9:32 11h03 Karlsruhe 20:35 Budapest Keleti £63 1 One-way 2 changes - ICE 267+RJX 65+
IC 647+
EC 1498:05 11h24 Karlsruhe Hbf 19:29 Budapest Keleti £105 1 One-way 3 changes
- FlixBus
18:15 13h05 Karlsruhe Hbf 7:20 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar £54 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus
10:15 13h35 Karlsruhe Hbf 23:50 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar £56 1 One-way 0 changes - FlixBus · FlixBus
14:20 18h45 Karlsruhe Hbf 9:05 Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca £58 1 One-way 1 change
- ICE 106+
LO380 · LO53514:59 21h11 Karlsruhe Hbf 12:10 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £204 1 One-way 2 changes - ICE 106+LO380 · LO537
14:59 26h21 Karlsruhe Hbf 17:20 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £204 1 One-way 2 changes - ICE 106+
LH134014:59 8h41 Karlsruhe Hbf 23:40 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport £209 1 One-way 1 change
Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, coaches, flights and ferries
Compare coach and train prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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.
More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.
FAQs: Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Budapest.
There are 2 options to travel between Karlsruhe and Budapest including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £60.
This is compared to other travel options from Karlsruhe to Budapest:
A coach is £63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Karlsruhe to Budapest costing on average £122.
The fastest way to travel from Karlsruhe to Budapest is by train with an average journey time of 10h 42m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Coach takes on average 15h 13m.
The Karlsruhe to Budapest distance is approximately 806 km.
The average frequency per day from Karlsruhe to Budapest is:
- Around 21 coaches per day.
- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Karlsruhe and Budapest as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Karlsruhe to Budapest:
- Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
- Coaches mostly depart from Karlsruhe Hbf and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Karlsruhe to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, AMI-Tour, Infobus to go to Budapest by coach.
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet to go to Budapest by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Karlsruhe to Budapest:
- 4 direct coaches per day with FlixBus, AMI-Tour, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe to Budapest, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
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.
Travelling from Karlsruhe to Budapest: related information
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Travel to popular destinations by train, coach, flight or ferry
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
