Travelling by train from Budapest to Moscow

Ready to travel from Budapest to Moscow by train? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned train traveller, this guide will provide you with all the essential information you need for a smooth, enjoyable ride.

Train cost between Budapest and Moscow: point-to-point tickets

Train travellers have two ticket options to choose from: point-to-point tickets and rail passes. Point-to-point tickets are for one-way travel between two cities. Prices for point-to-point tickets on this route start from , then go to , if booked a month in advance, and , if booked 7 days in advance.

Cost of travel with European train passes

Passes allow unlimited travel in the covered region and timeframe. Passes, like a Eurail or Interrail Global Pass, cover travel to 33 countries. While passes cost more upfront, they quickly pay off if you plan to travel extensively or don’t have a fixed itinerary. Plus, passes also often offer discounts on local travel, museums and outings. Learn more about the financial benefits of rail passes with our European Rail Pass guide.

Whether you want to purchase a pass or a ticket, Rail Europe has you covered with the best deals and smoothest checkout.

Budapest to Moscow daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Moscow on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 0 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • : departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • : departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • : departure of first train on weekends

  • : departure of last train on weekends

  • Every : frequency of train departures

Budapest to Moscow distance and train travel time

The total distance for this route is 1,568 kilometres, with the fastest trip taking .

How early can you book train tickets between Budapest and Moscow?

Tickets along this route go on sale in advance. To be notified as soon as tickets are available, set up a booking alert with Rail Europe. We will send you an email notification when tickets are available.

Additional information on train travel from Budapest to Moscow

Need more tips on travelling by train in Europe? Check out our help articles for details on booking, navigating stations, ticket types, different classes of service, refunds and much more. Then check out the Moscow city guide to start planning your getaway.

Frequently asked questions

How far is it from Budapest to Moscow by train?

The train journey between Budapest and Moscow covers 1,568 kilometres.

How much does the train from Budapest to Moscow cost?

The lowest fare on this route is . If booked 30 days in advance, tickets are priced around . When booked 7 days before travel, expect to pay around .

How far in advance can I book my Budapest to Moscow train tickets?

Tickets for this route become available before the travel date.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Moscow?

The quickest journey is .