- Must visit
Museum of Fine Arts
Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with European paintings, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$238
Average price
$336
Fastest journey
17 h 9 m
Average duration
17 h 15 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
787 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milan to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Budapest will cost around $336 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $238.
It's difficult to get from Milan to Budapest without transferring at least once.
EuroCity 22+
EN 40467
EuroCity 16+
EN 40467
EuroCity 20+
EN 40467
EuroCity 14+
EN 40467
EuroCity 150+
EN 40467
EuroCity 22+
EN 40467
EuroCity 22+
EN 40467+
NJ 13487+
EC 463
EuroCity 10+
EC 191 · RJX 261
EuroCity 10+
IC 488 · ICE 567 · RJX 261
EuroCity 22+
EC 463+
NJ 13487Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Milan to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $205.
Distance: 489 miles (787 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$205 Average price | $102 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest |
15h 49m Average total duration 15h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 42m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 14m Average total duration 19h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | ![]() Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Milan to Budapest:
A bus is $11 (€10) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milan to Budapest costing on average $102 (€85).
A bus is $115 (€95) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Milan to Budapest costing on average $205 (€170).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 19m.
Bus takes on average 19h 44m.
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Budapest trains for today, Thursday, June 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EuroCity 10+ EC 191 · RJX 261 | On time 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 17h19 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 10+ IC 488 · ICE 567 · RJX 261 | On time 7:10 AM Milan Centrale | 17h19 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
EuroCity 16+ EN 40467 | 1:10 PM Milan Centrale | 20h09 | 9:19 AM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 16+ NJ 13487+ EC 463+ EN 40467 | 1:10 PM Milan Centrale | 20h09 | 9:19 AM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
EuroCity 16+ NJ 13487+ EC 463 | 1:10 PM Milan Centrale | 20h19 | 9:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 20+ EN 40467 | 3:10 PM Milan Centrale | 18h09 | 9:19 AM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 20+ NJ 13487+ EC 463+ EN 40467 | 3:10 PM Milan Centrale | 18h09 | 9:19 AM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
EuroCity 20+ NJ 13487+ EC 463 | 3:10 PM Milan Centrale | 18h19 | 9:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 22+ EN 40467 | 4:10 PM Milan Centrale | 17h09 | 9:19 AM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
EuroCity 22+ NJ 13487+ EC 463 | 4:10 PM Milan Centrale | 17h19 | 9:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
EuroCity 22+ NJ 13487+ EC 463+ EN 40467 | 4:10 PM Milan Centrale | 17h09 | 9:19 AM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Milan to Budapest run on average 1 times per day, taking around 15h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $205 (€170) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 489 miles (787 km) distance in 22h 43m.
Distance 489 miles (787 km) |
Average train duration 15h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $205 (€170) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 22h 43m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with European paintings, sculpture, and temporary exhibitions.
A powerful museum on the fascist and communist dictatorships in Hungary, set in the former secret police headquarters.
The main museum for Hungarian art, housed inside Buda Castle with medieval, baroque, and modern collections.
Historic hilltop quarter of cobbled lanes, viewpoints, and elegant buildings surrounding Buda Castle.
Popular walking area for dramatic overlooks of the Danube, bridges, and the Pest skyline.
Grand boulevard lined with mansions, cultural venues, and cafés, ideal for architecture-focused walks.
Hungary’s iconic paprika-rich soup with beef, potatoes, and vegetables. In Budapest, it is a classic introduction to traditional home-style cooking.
Spicy fisherman’s soup made with river fish and paprika. It is a celebrated Hungarian dish, especially valued for its bold, deep flavor.
Tender chicken cooked in a creamy paprika sauce, often served with nokedli. It is one of the most beloved comfort dishes in Hungarian cuisine.
A respected family-run restaurant serving Hungarian and Hungarian-Jewish specialties in a warm, classic setting loved by locals and visitors.
A Michelin-starred Budapest dining room offering refined contemporary Hungarian cuisine with polished service and a fine dining atmosphere.
A stylish, long-running restaurant near Andrássy Avenue known for reliable Hungarian classics, retro atmosphere, and broad local appeal.
Moderate by European standards: public transport and casual dining are good value, while central hotels and upscale restaurants cost more.
A 10% service charge is often added in restaurants. If not, tip 10%. Round up for taxis; small tips for hotel staff are appreciated.
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