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Compare coach and train for Saarbrücken to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £75 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 12h 27m. 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 £75, while a train costs an average of £150.
Distance: 910 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£150 Average Price | £75 Average Price Cheapest | £151 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 27m Average total duration Fastest 11h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 42m Average total duration 17h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.3kg 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 Saarbrücken to Budapest
Compare the available ways to get from Saarbrücken to Budapest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £75.
This is compared to other travel options from Saarbrücken to Budapest:
A coach is £75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Budapest costing on average £150.
The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Budapest is by train with an average journey time of 12h 27m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Coach takes on average 17h 42m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Saarbrücken 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 £150 compared to roughly £151 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £1. The journey takes 11h 57m versus 11h 17m 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 Saarbrücken to Budapest
How to get to Budapest from Saarbrücken by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Saarbrücken to Budapest is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:2521h36Saarbrücken0:01Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£751One-way1 change
Cheapest
- FlixBus · FlixBus2:2521h36Saarbrücken0:01Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£751One-way1 change
Fastest
DE44659:001h35Frankfurt am Main Airport10:35Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport£1421One-way0 changes
Other options
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Flight
IC 745+
EC 343+
ICE 515+
RJX 699:4713h48Saarbrücken Hbf23:35Budapest Keleti£1201One-way4 changes- IC 645+RE1 · RJX 65+EC 1154:4413h45Saarbrücken Hbf18:29Budapest Keleti£1231One-way4 changes
- 4102 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 · EC 3419:4712h32Saarbrücken Hbf22:19Budapest-Deli£1331One-way4 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:0521h25Saarbrücken7:30Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér£761One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:0520h35Saarbrücken6:40Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás£771One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:0521h00Saarbrücken7:05Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar£771One-way1 change
- DE446920:101h35Frankfurt am Main Airport21:45Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport£1751One-way0 changes
- 4144 · ICE 774 · S9+DE44676:089h57Saarbrücken Hbf16:05Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport£2141One-way3 changes
- 4144 · ICE 774 · S9+
LO3786:0826h57Saarbrücken Hbf9:05Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport£2201One-way4 changes
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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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There are 2 options to travel between Saarbrücken and Budapest including taking a coach and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £75.
This is compared to other travel options from Saarbrücken to Budapest:
A coach is £75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Budapest costing on average £150.
The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Budapest is by train with an average journey time of 12h 27m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Coach takes on average 17h 42m.
The Saarbrücken to Budapest distance is approximately 910 km.
The average frequency per day from Saarbrücken to Budapest is:
- Around 14 coaches per day.
- Around 7 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Budapest:
- Trains mostly depart from Saarbrücken Hbf and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
- Coaches mostly depart from Saarbrücken and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saarbrücken to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB to go to Budapest by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by coach.
Omio customers who travel from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken 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.
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