- 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
$61
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
12 h 13 m
Average duration
12 h 24 m
Trains per day
47
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 $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Düsseldorf without transferring at least 2 times.
EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014+
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R 4636 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 624
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 624
R 4622 · RJX 60 · ICE 620
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
EC 140+
RJX19976+
ICE 1214 · ICE 912
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912
R 4612 · RJX 19912 · ICE 118 · ICE 224
RJX19912+
ICE 118 · ICE 224Omio 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 prices starting from $65. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 607 miles (978 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$190 Average price | $265 Average price | $97 Average price Cheapest | $255 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 8m Average total duration 17h 38m 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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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 $94 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Düsseldorf costing on average $190.
A bus is $169 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Düsseldorf costing on average $265.
Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 51m.
Bus takes on average 17h 38m.
The journey is about 1h 11m faster (10h 51m by train vs 12h 2m by car) and roughly $65 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($190 vs $255). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Düsseldorf trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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EC 144+ RJX 187+ ICE 1212 · ICE 520 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h45 | 6:15 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 144+ RJX 187+ ICE 1212 · ICE 520 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h45 | 6:15 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 144+ RJX 187+ ICE 520+ IC 60402 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 17h45 | 6:15 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 146+ IC 744+ RJX 68+ ICE 618 | On time 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 | |
R 4626 · RJX 68 · ICE 618 | On time 3:40 PM Budapest-Deli | 14h52 | 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 148+ RJX19972 · RE5+ ICE 1014 | On time 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 16h23 | 8:53 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 148 · RJX 19972+ 79404+ ICE 1014 | On time 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 16h23 | 8:53 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4636 · EC 148 · RJX 19972+ 79404 | On time 4:40 PM Budapest-Deli | 16h13 | 8:53 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJ 270 · RJ 478 · ICE 946 | On time 5:30 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 16h38 | 10:08 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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R 4910 · R 9420+ REX 62+ EC 1218 | 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h43 | 4:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 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 | On time 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h54 | 6:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 624 | On time 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h06 | 6:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 342+ RJX 262+ ICE 624 | On time 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h06 | 6:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 342+ RJX 262+ ICE 216 · ICE 564 | On time 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h54 | 6:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 342+ RJX 262 · RE1+ ICE 216 | On time 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h50 | 6:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5 transfers | |
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 624 | On time 5:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h56 | 6:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 516 | On time 5:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h52 | 7:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5 transfers | |
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 | 5:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h40 | 6:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 6 transfers | |
R 4620 · EC 342 · RJX 262 · ICE 564 | On time 5:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h44 | 6:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RJX 19912 · ICE 118 | On time 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h54 | 7:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 19912 · ICE 118 · ICE 224 | On time 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h40 | 7:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 4612 · RJX 19912 · ICE 118 · ICE 26 | On time 6:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h52 | 8:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4612 · RJX 19912 · ICE 118 · ICE 224 | On time 6:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h30 | 7:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4612 · RJX 19912 · ICE 118 | On time 6:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h44 | 7:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19912+ ICE 224 · ICE 118 | On time 6:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h30 | 7:10 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19912+ ICE 118 | On time 6:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h44 | 7:24 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 60 · ICE 514 · ICE 26 | On time 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h02 | 8:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 60 · ICE 620 | On time 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h06 | 8:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 60+ ICE 620 | On time 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h06 | 8:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 60+ ICE 514 · ICE 26 | On time 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h02 | 8:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 4622 · RJX 60 · ICE 620 | On time 7:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h56 | 8:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 4622 · RJX 60 · ICE 514 · ICE 26 | On time 7:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h52 | 8:32 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 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912 | On time 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h23 | 8:53 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 | |
EC 140+ RJX 62+ ICE 526+ IC 642 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 14h06 | 10:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | On time 8:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 13h52 | 10:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 5 transfers | |
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | On time 8:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h13 | 8:53 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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+ 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 | On time 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 13h50 | 11:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 526 | On time 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h56 | 10:36 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 transfers | |
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · ICE 24 | On time 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 12h52 | 10:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · IC 2347 | On time 9:40 AM Budapest-Deli | 14h27 | 12:07 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 142+ RJX19916+ EC 114+ ICE 910 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 12h50 | 11:20 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
EC 142+ RJX 64+ ICE 510 · ICE 22 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 14h05 | 12:35 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Budapest to Düsseldorf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 10h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 but you can travel from only $65 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 607 miles (978 km) distance in 11h 52m.
Distance 607 miles (978 km) |
Average train duration 10h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 11h 52m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 70 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 Terminal. 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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