- Must visit
Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Cheapest price on Sep 20
$60
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$228
Fastest journey on Sep 20
12 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
12 h 33 m
Trains on Sep 20
35
Distance
978 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Düsseldorf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Düsseldorf will cost around $228 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Düsseldorf without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014
EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014+
79404
IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 888
RJX 68 · ICE 618
IC 204 · RJX 68 · ICE 618
IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
EC 140+
RJX19976+
ICE 1214 · ICE 912
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912
EC 342+
RJX 262+
ICE 564 · ICE 216
R 4592 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · ICE 24Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $97 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 14m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $97, while a flight costs an average of $490.
Distance: 607 miles (978 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$188 Average price | $490 Average price | $97 Average price Cheapest | $256 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 46m Average total duration 12h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 18h 42m Average total duration 18h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Budapest to Düsseldorf:
A bus is $91 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Düsseldorf costing on average $188.
A bus is $393 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Düsseldorf costing on average $490.
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 16m.
Bus takes on average 18h 12m.
Tickets start at around $188 compared to roughly $256 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $69. The journey takes 12h 16m versus 12h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Düsseldorf trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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ICE 910+ RJX19916+ EC 142 · EC 114 | Delayed 4:19 PM 10:30 AMBudapest Keleti | 12h50 | 11:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 146+ NJ 40490+ RE6 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 17h10 | 8:05 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 146+ RJX 68+ ICE 618+ IC 744 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 15h37 | 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 68 · ICE 618 | On time 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 15h02 | 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 68+ ICE 618 | On time 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 15h02 | 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 68 · DB S8+ ICE 618+ NJ 40490 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 15h02 | 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 204 · RJX 68 · ICE 618 | On time 3:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 14h57 | 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 148 · RJX 19972+ 79404+ ICE 820 | On time 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 18h10 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 148 · RJX 19972+ 79404+ ICE 614 | On time 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 18h05 | 10:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 148 · RJX 19972+ 79404+ 57002 | On time 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h02 | 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6 transfers | |
EC 148+ RJX19972 · RE5 · RB87 | On time 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h02 | 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6 transfers | |
EC 148+ RJX19972 · RE5+ ICE 614 | On time 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 18h05 | 10:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 148+ RJX19972 · RE5+ ICE 820 | On time 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 18h10 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972+ 79404 | On time 4:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 18h05 | 10:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972+ 79404 | On time 4:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 18h00 | 10:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972+ 79404 | On time 4:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 18h00 | 10:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6 transfers | |
EN 40476+ ICE 642 | 7:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 17h41 | 1:11 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EN 50462+ ICE 1010 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 16h23 | 12:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EN 50462+ ICE 692 · ICE 202 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 15h02 | 11:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Sunday, September 20 | |||||
R 4980 · R 9910 · REX 7605 · RJX 260 | On time 1:25 AM Budapest-Deli | 15h15 | 4:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 4980 · R 9910 · REX 7605 · RJX 260 | On time 1:25 AM Budapest-Deli | 15h07 | 4:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5 transfers | |
R 4980 · R 9910 · REX 7605 · RJX 260 | On time 1:25 AM Budapest-Deli | 16h17 | 5:42 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5 transfers | |
EC 342+ RJX 262+ ICE 564 · ICE 216 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h50 | 6:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5 transfers | |
EC 342+ RJX 262+ ICE 564 · ICE 216 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h54 | 6:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 342+ RJX 262+ ICE 516 · ICE 28 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h02 | 6:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 342+ RJX 262+ ICE 624 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h06 | 6:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912 | On time 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h23 | 8:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 140+ RJX19976+ ICE 1214 · ICE 912 | On time 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h23 | 8:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 140+ RJX 62+ ICE 526+ IC 642 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 14h06 | 10:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 140+ RJX 62+ ICE 512 · ICE 24 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 14h02 | 10:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | On time 8:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h18 | 8:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116 | 8:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h57 | 10:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5 transfers | |
RJX 62 · ICE 512 · ICE 24 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h02 | 10:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 62 · ICE 526 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h06 | 10:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62+ ICE 526 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h06 | 10:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62+ ICE 512 · ICE 24 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h02 | 10:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 62+ EC 114+ ICE 910+ RE1 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h50 | 11:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 852 · RJX 62 · ICE 526 | On time 9:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h01 | 10:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 852 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · IC 2347 | On time 9:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 14h14 | 11:49 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 852 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · ICE 24 | On time 9:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h57 | 10:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4592 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · ICE 24 | On time 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h52 | 10:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4592 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · IC 2347 | On time 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 14h09 | 11:49 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 4592 · RJX 62 · ICE 526 | On time 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h56 | 10:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Budapest to Düsseldorf run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 607 miles (978 km) distance in 10h 26m.
Distance 607 miles (978 km) |
Average train duration 12h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 10h 26m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in Ehrenhof. It is essential for modern and postwar art, with major temporary exhibitions and strong collections.
Major state art collection focused on twentieth-century masters. It is a top stop for Klee, Picasso, and European modernism.
Underground exhibition building in Grabbeplatz for postwar and contemporary art. It is known for ambitious rotating international shows.
The historic old town with lanes, churches, and squares near the Rhine. It is the classic place to experience Düsseldorf’s heritage on foot.
Elegant boulevard known for luxury shopping, canal views, and city prestige. It is Düsseldorf’s signature street and a classic urban promenade.
Wide Rhine riverside walk with skyline views, steps, and event spaces. It is one of the city’s best areas for strolling and sunset photos.
Marinated herring fillets in a creamy sour sauce, often served with apples, onions and potatoes. A classic Rhineland tavern dish.
Slow-cooked beef roast in a dark sweet-sour gravy with raisins and beet syrup. One of the Rhineland’s most traditional celebratory dishes.
Black pudding from the Rhineland, usually pan-fried and served with mashed potatoes, sauerkraut or onions. A deeply local comfort food.
Refined fine-dining restaurant with modern French-influenced cuisine, elegant service and one of Düsseldorf’s top gastronomic reputations.
Traditional brewery restaurant famous for Füchschen Alt and robust Düsseldorf specialties in a convivial local setting.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving fresh Altbier and classic Rhineland dishes in a lively, traditional beer-hall setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels can be pricey during fairs, but dining and local transit are manageable for most tourists.
Service is usually not included. Round up or tip 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change at cafes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Düsseldorf trains use the Budapest Keleti to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Düsseldorf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
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 storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld 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 options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
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