Bucharest to Budapest by train
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Overview: trains from Bucharest to Budapest
Find the key information for travelling by train from Bucharest to Budapest, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.
Travelling from Bucharest to Budapest by train
Considering a train trip from Bucharest to Budapest? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.
Train travel between Bucharest and Budapest: train ticket prices
Cost of train tickets from Bucharest to Budapest:
Cheapest tickets: AU$149.56
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance:
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance:
Tickets go on sale 6 months in advance.
Bucharest to Budapest departure frequency and train timetable
With 6 trains scheduled on this journey daily and trains leaving the station every 3 hours and 40 minutes, travellers have a number of options to choose from. If you are travelling on a weekday, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:20 and the last one is at 21:45. If you are travelling during the weekend, the earliest train you can catch is at 05:20, with the last one at 21:45.
Bucharest to Budapest train duration
Trains on this route travel a distance of 645 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 14 hours and 5 minutes.
Booking Bucharest to Budapest trains in advance
Booking your Bucharest to Budapest tickets in advance is the best way to save money. Tickets on this specific route can be purchased 6 months before departure.
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Learn even more about travelling from Bucharest to Budapest by train
Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Budapest.
FAQs about the train journey from Bucharest to Budapest
Want to know more about your journey from Bucharest to Budapest? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The total distance between Bucharest and Budapest is 645 kilometres.
The cheapest fare for this route is AU$149.56. When booking 30 days in advance, tickets cost . A ticket bought 7 days before travel typically costs .
Tickets for travel between Bucharest to Budapest are available 6 months before departure.
The fastest journey time is 14 hours and 5 minutes.
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