The average train between Budapest and Köthen takes 11h 47m and the fastest train takes 9h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest to Köthen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Budapest and Köthen. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Köthen at 12:41 PM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 11h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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10h 46m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Budapest to Köthen? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Köthen. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station and arriving at Halle(Saale)Hbf station via Wien Hbf station and Nuernberg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.
Budapest to Köthen train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Köthen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Halle(Saale)Hbf station.
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The distance between Budapest and Köthen is 694.4 km. The road distance is 830 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Köthen via Wien Hbf, Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Halle(Saale)Hbf in around 10h 6m.