Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RegioJet + RegioJet | Terminál 2 | Kelenföld | Cheapest | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Budapest Keleti Train Station | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Budapest Airport (BUD) | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Budapest Keleti Train Station | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Budapest Keleti Train Station | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Budapest Keleti Train Station | No tags | |||||
 | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Budapest Keleti Train Station | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Könyves Kálmán | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Budapest
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 13 hours 42 minutes, and with fares starting at just PEN 174, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Budapest?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Budapest
- A
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary - C
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary - D
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
Train companies
Based on 11 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Deutsche Bahn ticket prices on this trip start at PEN 174
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Budapest by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Budapest?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Budapest start at PEN 174. The average price for this train route is around PEN 606. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Budapest?
The average train trip from Cologne to Budapest takes 13h 42m and covers 959 km. The quickest train gets you there in 12h 41m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Budapest route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 11 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Budapest?
The earliest train from Cologne to Budapest departs at 6:22am. The latest train departs at 8:45pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Budapest was searched and found on Aug 26, 2026 with a price of PEN 202To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Budapest, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 202 to PEN 1,360 for a train ticket from Cologne to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 202 which is on 2026-08-26.
