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Hungarian National Museum
The national archaeology and history museum, covering Hungary’s story from early history to the modern era in a grand neoclassical building.
Cheapest price
$159
Average price
$162
Fastest journey
12 h 57 m
Average duration
13 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
995 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport will cost around $162 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $159.
Of the 2 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 995 km distance in an average of 13 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 57 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 14 h 9 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.




Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport 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 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $65, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 618 miles (995 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$161 Average price | $239 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 31m Average total duration 11h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 4m Average total duration 21h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Düsseldorf to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $161 (€132).
A bus is $148 (€121) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport costing on average $239 (€196).
Other travel options to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 1m.
Bus takes on average 21h 34m.
You'll arrive about 1h 34m sooner (11h 1m by train vs 12h 35m by car). Tickets start at around $161 (€132) compared to roughly $136 (€112) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:22 AM Düsseldorf | 12h57 | 8:19 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:22 AM Düsseldorf | 12h57 | 10:19 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:27 AM Düsseldorf | 12h52 | 10:19 PM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport run on average 18 times per day, taking around 11h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $93 (€76) but you can travel from only $65 (€53) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:27, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 618 miles (995 km) distance in 12h 13m.
Distance 618 miles (995 km) |
Average train duration 11h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $93 (€76) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 12h 13m |
First train 6:27 AM |
Last train 10:36 PM |
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The national archaeology and history museum, covering Hungary’s story from early history to the modern era in a grand neoclassical building.
Major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with Old Masters, European painting, sculpture, and temporary blockbusters.
Hungary’s leading art museum inside Buda Castle, featuring medieval, renaissance, baroque, and modern Hungarian works.
Historic district of cobbled streets, viewpoints, and medieval atmosphere around Buda Castle and Matthias Church.
Elegant boulevard lined with mansions, theaters, and cafés, connecting the center with Heroes’ Square.
Classic panoramic hill with lookout points over Budapest, especially popular for sunrise and sunset views.
Hungary’s iconic paprika-rich soup with beef, potatoes, and vegetables; a classic introduction to Magyar flavors.
A traditional Hungarian meat stew slowly cooked with onions and paprika, often served with nokedli.
Tender chicken in a creamy paprika sauce, one of the country’s best-known comfort dishes.
Established family-run restaurant praised for Hungarian and Jewish-Hungarian cooking with classic hospitality.
Upscale restaurant known for refined Hungarian-inspired cuisine and polished modern atmosphere.
Popular, long-running bistro serving Hungarian classics and international dishes in a lively setting.
Airport prices are higher than central Budapest, but the city is still moderate by European standards.
Service may be included. If not, tip 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxis. Small tips are optional in cafes and bars.
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Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport 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 Ferenc Liszt International Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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