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About the train journey from Munich to Budapest
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The train from Munich to Budapest usually takes 8 hours 11 minutes on average to travel 564 km, although the quickest services can take as little as 6 hours 46 minutes. You can expect to find 18 trains per day running on this popular route. Good news! There are direct trains available to Budapest, so you can just make yourself comfortable as soon as you board the train and just enjoy the journey. You can choose to travel with DB or ÖBB to get to Budapest – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time. You'll arrive at one of Budapest's train stations - check out our guide to Budapest Keleti, the biggest of the city's stations.
Not sure where to visit first? Take a look at some of our favorite things to do in Budapest. And if you're a fan of certain TV shows, you'll find locations for Netflix's Shadow and Bone in and around Budapest. If you want to see more of Hungary, check out the Hungarian filming locations for The Last Kingdom too.
To help you get the best train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Munich to Budapest in our Journey Planner. Just remember, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save, as advance tickets start from £34.15.
Keep reading for more information about the train journey to Budapest, including FAQs, timetables with first and last train times and tips on booking cheap train tickets. If you're ready to book, just start a search for tickets with us today.
Munich to Budapest by train
It takes an average of 8h 33m to travel from Munich to Budapest by train, over a distance of around 350 miles (564 km). There are normally 18 trains per day traveling from Munich to Budapest and tickets for this journey start from $37.77 when you book in advance.
| First train | 12:56 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 7:55 pm | |
| Departure station | Munich | |
| Arrival station | Budapest | |
| Journey time | From 7h 13m | |
| Distance | 350 miles (564 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $37.77 | |
| Train and bus operators | ÖBB, Flixbus, Karat-S (Bus), Deutsche Bahn |
FAQs about the train journey from Munich to Budapest
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Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB trains from Munich to Budapest
Deutsche Bahn
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The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
Cheap train tickets from Munich to Budapest
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Munich to Budapest by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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