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Budapest to Eger by train

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From Budapest Keleti to Eger

Journey Summary

Travel Time
1hr 55min
Frequency
Daily
Tickets

Book early and save: No

Tickets will cost the same price if purchased at the station immediately before departure.

Where to book
Ticket Provider Approximate Cost
MAV *

MAV Guide

MAV is the national railway operator in Hungary and its newly relaunched website is still at the 'beta' stage, but it can be used to make bookings.
The MAV website also sells tickets for the direct international trains from Hungary and it's booking path for overnight trains is particularly easy to follow.

On this journey

Good to Know

IC trains aren't used for these direct trains between Budapest and Eger.

Hungarian Railways (MAV) doesn't give a category to these trains that are used on this route, the positive of which is that seats don't have to be reserved.

The trains usually depart from Budapest-Keleti in odd hours only on the hour (09:00, 11:00 etc).

Final Destination: **Eger

Eger** is one of the most beautiful cities in Hungary and it's an easy day trip by train from Budapest.

If you are new to travelling by train in Hungary, our Hungarian Train Travel Guide has both info and access to useful links to help ensure you’ll have a stress-free trip.

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