Travelling from Hamburg to Budapest by train

Want to know how to get from Hamburg to Budapest by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Hamburg to Budapest take around 12 hours and 13 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 929 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Hamburg is scheduled to depart at around  00:45. The last departure is usually at around 23:36 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Hamburg at around 00:33, with the last train leaving at around 23:36. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 30 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 15 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$46.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Budapest, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Budapest.

Is there a direct train from Hamburg to Budapest?

The journey between Hamburg and Budapest usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Hamburg to Budapest every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Hamburg to Budapest?

The Hamburg to Budapest train travel takes about 12 hours and 13 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Hamburg to Budapest train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Budapest leaving Hamburg at around 00:45 and the last train leaving at around 23:36 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Hamburg at around 00:33, with the final departure at 23:36.