The cheapest and fastest trains from Dortmund Airport to Budapest
Cheapest price
$120
Average price
$132
Fastest journey
12 h 41 m
Average duration
12 h 59 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
937 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dortmund Airport to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dortmund Airport to Budapest will cost around $132 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $120.
Of the 2 trains that leave Dortmund Airport for Budapest on Thu, Feb 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Feb 05 the direct trains cover the 937 km distance in an average of 12 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 41 m .
On Thu, Feb 05 the slowest trains will take 13 h 16 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Dortmund Airport to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Dortmund Airport to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €56. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €56, and a train costs an average of €70.
Distance: 582 miles (937 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€117 Average price | €85 Average price | €78 Average price Cheapest |
14h 24m Average total duration 13h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration Fastest 1h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 4m Average total duration 20h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Dortmund Airport to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Dortmund Airport to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Thursday, February 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:03 AM Dortmund Airport | 13h16 | 8:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:38 AM Dortmund Airport | 12h41 | 11:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dortmund Airport to Budapest
Trains from Dortmund Airport to Budapest run on average 25 times per day, taking around 13h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $88 (€70) but you can travel from only $39 (€31) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:57, the last at 16:38. The fastest train covers the 582 miles (937 km) distance in 12h 30m.
Distance 582 miles (937 km) |
Average train duration 13h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $88 (€70) |
Trains per day 25 |
Fastest train 12h 30m |
First train 06:57 |
Last train 16:38 |
FAQs: Trains from Dortmund Airport to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Dortmund Airport to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dortmund Airport to Budapest
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
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