Budapest to Belgrade by train

Going from Budapest to Belgrade by train

About to set off from Budapest to Belgrade by rail? Make your journey as seamless as possible with this guide, packed with tips on schedules, route details and how to find the best deals on tickets.

Cost of train travel from Budapest to Belgrade

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Budapest to Belgrade:

• Cheapest ticket: AU$87.29

• Pricing when booking a month in advance:

• Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train schedule for travel between Budapest and Belgrade

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 6 trains make this journey of 320 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Budapest is at 07:57 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 22:25.

During the weekend, 07:57 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:25 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 10 minutes.

Travel time and distance between Budapest and Belgrade

The route’s fastest journey takes 7 hours and 48 minutes, covering a total of 320 kilometres.

When are tickets between Budapest and Belgrade available for purchase?

Tickets for trains between Budapest and Belgrade can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.

Making the most of your trip to Belgrade

For a seamless train journey, head to our extensive help articles. Start planning your trip and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Belgrade.