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Take the train from Budapest to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf in 9 hours 38 minutes
If you want to travel from Budapest to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Budapest to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf by train to take around 11 hours 6 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 9 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 18 trains per day running on this route, which spans 813 km. You'll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Budapest to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf start from $45.40 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for train schedules, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Budapest to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf by train
It takes an average of 11h 6m to travel from Budapest to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf by train, over a distance of around 505 miles (813 km). There are normally 18 trains per day traveling from Budapest to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and tickets for this journey start from $45.40 when you book in advance.
| First train | 3:17 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:42 pm | |
| Departure station | Budapest | |
| Arrival station | Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | |
| Journey time | From 9h 38m | |
| Distance | 505 miles (813 km) | |
| Frequency | 18 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From $45.40 | |
| Train and bus operators | Flixbus, Karat-S (Bus) |
FAQs about the train journey from Budapest to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
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Cheap train tickets from Budapest to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Budapest to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
* Based on European average monthly visitors to Trainline’s app and website from 1.1.2023 to 10.31.2023 vs other independent retailers.