What is the cheapest way to get from Munich to Budapest?

The cheapest way to get from Munich to Budapest is to rideshare which costs 12 385 Ft and takes 7h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Munich to Budapest?

The fastest way to get from Munich to Budapest is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs 37 000 Ft - 85 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Munich and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Munich central bus station station and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Munich and Budapest?

No, there is no direct train from Munich to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Ostbahnhof and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Salzburg Hbf and Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 20m.

How far is it from Munich to Budapest?

The distance between Munich and Budapest is 696 km. The road distance is 638.4 km.

How do I travel from Munich to Budapest without a car?

The best way to get from Munich to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 7h 20m and costs 11 000 Ft - 70 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 7h 20m to get from Munich to Budapest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Munich to Budapest bus from?

Munich to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Munich central bus station.

Where do I catch the Munich to Budapest train from?

Munich to Budapest train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, depart from Ostbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Munich to Budapest?

The best way to get from Munich to Budapest is to train which takes 7h 20m and costs 11 000 Ft - 70 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 11 000 Ft - 25 000 Ft and takes 8h 30m, you could also fly, which costs 37 000 Ft - 85 000 Ft and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Munich to Budapest bus arrive?

Munich to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where does the Munich to Budapest train arrive?

Munich to Budapest train services, operated by WESTbahn Gmbh, arrive at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Munich to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Munich to Budapest is 638 km. It takes approximately 6h 9m to drive from Munich to Budapest.

How do I get a train ticket from Munich to Budapest?

Book your Munich to Budapest train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Munich to Budapest?

Book your Munich to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 6538+ hotels available in Budapest.

Can I share a ride from Munich to Budapest?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Munich and Budapest. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Munich to Budapest - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Munich to Budapest by train, bus, night train, car, car train, rideshare, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Wien Hbftrain Rjx / ...
3. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Ec
7h 20m
Ft 11,719–67,121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Munich central bus station to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus 091 / ...
8h 30m
Ft 11,000–25,000
Night train
1. Take the night train from Muenchen Ost to Budapest-Kelenfoeldnighttrain En
9h 38m
Ft 12,138–13,697
Drive 638.4 km
1. Drive from Munich to Budapestcar 638.4 km
6h 9m
Ft 35,484–51,255
Car train, drive
1. Take the car train from München Ost to Salzburg Hbfcartrain 1393
2. Drive from Salzburg Hbf to Budapestcar
5h 50m
Ft 67,168–87,628
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Munich to Budapestrideshare 638.4 km
7h 59m
Ft 12,385
Fly from Munich International Airport
1. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane MUC - BUD
4h 33m
Ft 37,275–82,389
Train to Innsbruck Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Ostbahnhof to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane INN - BUD
7h 45m
Ft 54,103–152,492
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly
1. Take the train from München Hbf to Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane STR - BUD
6h 46m
Ft 21,100–107,888

Munich to Budapest by train

95Weekly Trains

7h 20mAverage Duration

Ft 11,719Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 695.7 km
Duration: 7h 20m

What companies run services between Munich, Germany and Budapest, Hungary?

You can take a train from Ostbahnhof to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, Salzburg Hbf, and Wien Hbf in around 7h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Munich central bus station to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar every 4 hours. Tickets cost Ft 11,000–21,000 and the journey takes 8h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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