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Trip Overview

The train between Budapest and Hamburg takes 12h 55m. The train runs, on average, 3 times per week from Budapest to Hamburg. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

12h 55m
Duration
1,257 km
Distance
€160
Average price
3 times a week
Frequency

Budapest to Hamburg train times

Trains run 3 times a week between Budapest and Hamburg. The service departs Budapest at 7:30 AM in the morning, which arrives into Hamburg at 20:25:00. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 12h 55m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    train train 12h 55m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    train train 12h 55m • Direct

Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    train train 12h 55m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Hamburg? 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: 1,257.2 km
  • Duration: 12h 55m

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

Railjet operates a train from Budapest-Nyugati to Hamburg Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €160–250 and the journey takes 12h 55m. Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK) also services this route 6 times a week.

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