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Trip Overview

The average train between Arad and Budapest takes 3h 50m and the fastest train takes 3h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Arad to Budapest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 50m
Duration
250 km
Distance
Ft 7,500
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Arad to Budapest train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Arad and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 8:00 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Arad is at 8:01 PM which arrives into Budapest at 10:50 PM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 3h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    train train 3h 49m • Direct
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Arad to Budapest? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 250.2 km
  • Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Arad, Romania and Budapest, Hungary?

Romanian Railways (CFR) operates a train from Arad to Budapest-Keleti every 2 hours. Tickets cost Ft 7,000–8,000 and the journey takes 3h 49m.

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