How much does a train ticket from Cologne to Budapest cost?

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Budapest is $114. The best way to find train tickets from Cologne 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 Cologne to Budapest?

A train trip between Cologne and Budapest is around 12h 21m, although the fastest train will take about 11h 7m. This is the time it takes to travel the 594 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Budapest?

The number of trains from Cologne to Budapest can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Cologne 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 Cologne to Budapest?

Trains traveling between Cologne and Budapest leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport 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 Cologne to Budapest from $76

Next departures

Next departures for Cologne to Budapest on October 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:40pm	Terminál 2	17h 18m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	1d 2h	6:45pm	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	22h 11m	6:25am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	21h 56m	6:10am	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Budapest on October 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:40pm	Terminál 2	17h 18m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	1d 2h	6:45pm	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	22h 11m	6:25am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	21h 56m	6:10am	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Budapest on October 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:40pm	Terminál 2	17h 18m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:25pm	Hbf	1d 1h	6:45pm	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	22h 11m	6:25am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:25pm	Hbf	1d	6:20pm	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	21h 56m	6:10am	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Budapest on October 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:14am	Hbf	22h 16m	8:30am	Kelenföld	Cheapest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:40pm	Terminál 2	17h 18m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	1d 2h	6:45pm	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:13am	Hbf	1d	6:25am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	6:13am	Hbf	23h 57m	6:10am	Kelenföld	No tags

Next departures for Cologne to Budapest on October 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:40pm	Terminál 2	17h 18m	12:58pm	Kelenföld	Cheapest
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	9:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	12h 38m	10:19pm	Budapest Keleti Train Station	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	1d 2h	6:45pm	T2A Budapest Airport (BUD)	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train	9:41am	Cologne Messe/Deutz	12h 38m	10:19pm	Budapest Keleti Train Station	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	10:14am	Hbf	20h 11m	6:25am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 2:34 AM CEST.

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Budapest.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$49 - $179	Average Duration20h	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$76 - $353	Average Duration12h 21m	CO₂ emissions 23kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$85 - $130	Average Duration11h 50m	CO₂ emissions 40kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Budapest

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 11 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $85, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

11h 50mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest ticket

40kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Budapest: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$114

Average train trip duration12h 21m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure9:41am

Distance594 miles (958 km)

Latest train departure10:55am

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Budapest?

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Stops in Budapest

A - Népliget

B - Budapest Airport

C - Kelenföld

D - Mexikói út

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No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Budapest, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Cologne and Budapest, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Cologne to Budapest while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers traveled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

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