How much does a train ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest cost?

The average train ticket price from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest is $89. The best way to find train tickets from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

A train trip between Frankfurt am Main and Budapest is around 9h 57m, although the fastest train will take about 9h 22m. This is the time it takes to travel the 504 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Frankfurt am Main and Budapest?

The number of trains from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest?

Trains traveling between Frankfurt am Main and Budapest leave from Frankfurt Airport or Südbahnhof and arrive at Népliget, Budapest Airport, Kelenföld.

What are the best sights and things to do in Budapest?

Once in Budapest, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Baths of Budapest, The Parliament, Hungarian State Opera, St. Stephen's Basilica, Széchenyi Chain Bridge.

Train Frankfurt am Main to Budapest from $49

Next departures

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Budapest on September 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		10:30pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	14h 28m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Budapest on October 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	18h 58m	10:35am	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet	10:30pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	14h 28m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	9:12am	Südbahnhof	20h 58m	6:10am	Kelenföld	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	18h 38m	10:15am	Kelenföld	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	3:37pm	Südbahnhof	20h 13m	11:50am	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Budapest on October 3
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		10:30pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	14h 28m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Frankfurt am Main to Budapest on October 5
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		10:30pm	Frankfurt - Main bus station	14h 28m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:38 PM CEST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$38 - $182	Average Duration17h 30m	CO₂ emissions 21kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$49 - $305	Average Duration9h 57m	CO₂ emissions 20kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$57 - $112	Average Duration10h	CO₂ emissions 34kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends carpooling from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 10 hours and with fares starting at just $57, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

10hAverage Duration

$57Cheapest ticket

34kgCO₂ emissions

Train Frankfurt am Main to Budapest: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$89

Average train trip duration9h 57m

Number of daily trains5

Earliest train departure6:19am

Distance508 miles (818 km)

Latest train departure12:40pm

Frankfurt am Main to Budapest Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Frankfurt am Main and Budapest?

Stops in Frankfurt am Main

A - Frankfurt Airport

B - Südbahnhof

Stops in Budapest

A - Népliget

B - Budapest Airport

C - Kelenföld

D - Mexikói út

Frequently asked questions for your trip Frankfurt am Main - Budapest

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Frankfurt am Main and Budapest is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Budapest.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Budapest you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Frankfurt am Main and Budapest compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Frankfurt am Main to Budapest, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one traveling between the city and the suburbs.

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.

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