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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Rotterdam
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €90
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €135
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 15 h 30 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 17 h 52 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 1154 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Rotterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Rotterdam will cost around €135 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €90.
To travel from Budapest to Rotterdam you need to make at least 3 changes.
R 4644 · RJX 66 · ICE 698 · IC 604021:40 PM 20h04 Budapest-Deli 9:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal €90 1 One-way 4 changes- RJX 66 · ICE 698 · IC 60402 · IC 1126
1:30 PM 20h14 Budapest Keleti 9:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal €90 1 One-way 3 changes - EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912
8:30 AM 15h40 Budapest Keleti 12:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal €180 1 One-way 5 changes - R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
8:40 AM 15h30 Budapest-Deli 12:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal €180 1 One-way 6 changes
- R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
8:40 AM 15h30 Budapest-Deli 12:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal €180 1 One-way 6 changes - EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912
8:30 AM 15h40 Budapest Keleti 12:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal €180 1 One-way 5 changes - R 4644 · RJX 66 · ICE 698 · IC 60402
1:40 PM 20h04 Budapest-Deli 9:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal €90 1 One-way 4 changes - RJX 66 · ICE 698 · IC 60402 · IC 1126
1:30 PM 20h14 Budapest Keleti 9:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal €90 1 One-way 3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Rotterdam
Hungary
Netherlands
Trains from Budapest to Rotterdam run on average 4 times per day, taking around 14h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 1154 km distance in 13h 2m.
Distance 1154 km |
Average train duration 14h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 13h 2m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Budapest to Rotterdam train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Rotterdam trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 15h40 | 12:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 5 changes | |
| R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | 8:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 15h30 | 12:10 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 6 changes | |
| RJX 66 · ICE 698 · IC 60402 · IC 1126 | On time 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 20h14 | 9:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 3 changes | |
| R 4644 · RJX 66 · ICE 698 · IC 60402 | 1:40 PM Budapest-Deli | 20h04 | 9:44 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 4 changes | |
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Budapest and Rotterdam
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Budapest to Rotterdam train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Rotterdam by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rotterdam, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Rotterdam
Most Budapest to Rotterdam trains use the Budapest Keleti to Rotterdam Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Rotterdam Noord. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Rotterdam train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Rotterdam leave from?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Getting to Ferihegy from Budapest city centre
Ferihegy is 15 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferihegy train station facilities and services
Ferihegy has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ferihegy.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ferihegy: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ferihegy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferihegy.
Which Rotterdam station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Rotterdam Centraal from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Centraal train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Getting to Rotterdam Noord from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
Getting to Rotterdam Zuid from Rotterdam city centre
Rotterdam Zuid is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Zuid train station facilities and services
Rotterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Hef, Restaurant Fenix Food Factory
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rotterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rotterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rotterdam Zuid: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Zuid.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Zuid, Art Hotel Rotterdam, Hotel New York.
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