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Museum of Fine Arts
Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.
Cheapest price on Oct 23
€88
Average ticket price on Oct 23
€120
Fastest journey on Oct 23
10 h 54 m
Average journey duration on Oct 23
11 h 4 m
Trains on Oct 23
8
Distance
809 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Budapest will cost around €120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €88.
It's difficult to get from Kassel to Budapest without transferring at least once.
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 · IC 861
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165
ICE 681 · RJ 263 · REX 7799 · ARV 1331
ICE 787 · RJX 261
ICE 587 · RJX 261
ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 · IC 861
ICE 587 · RJX 261
ICE 583 · RJX 67
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165Trains from Kassel to Budapest run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €40 but you can travel from only €35 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 502 miles (809 km) distance in 8h 39m.
Distance 502 miles (809 km) |
Average train duration 10h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €40 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 8h 39m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Kassel to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 583 · RJX 67 | On time 9:26 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 11h09 | 8:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 · IC 861 | On time 10:25 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 10h59 | 9:24 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 | On time 10:25 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 11h10 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341 · R 4711 | On time 11:25 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 10h54 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
ICE 585 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 11:25 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 11h10 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 787 · RJX 261 | On time 12:23 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 12h06 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587 · RJX 261 | On time 1:23 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 11h06 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
ICE 681+ 79045+ RJ 263 · REX 7799 | On time 5:25 PM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 14h07 | 7:32 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 6 transfers | |
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Hungary’s top fine arts museum, with major European works from antiquity to the 20th century. Ideal for classic painting, sculpture, and old masters.
Leading contemporary art museum with strong Hungarian and international shows. Worth visiting for bold exhibitions in a landmark modern building.
National museum covering Hungarian history, archaeology, and statehood. A classic stop for understanding the country beyond Budapest’s landmarks.
UNESCO-listed castle quarter of cobbled streets, courtyards, and viewpoints. Best for atmosphere, heritage walks, and some of Budapest’s finest vistas.
Elegant Andrássy Avenue links the center with Heroes’ Square through palaces and shops. A grand boulevard ideal for walking and historic city views.
Large central park with boating lake, baths, museums, and promenades. A versatile area for families, relaxed walks, and major city attractions.
A rich paprika beef soup with potatoes and vegetables. It is Hungary’s signature comfort dish and a staple in homes and traditional inns.
Slow-cooked beef stew with lots of onion and paprika, usually served with nokedli. A classic example of deep Hungarian paprika flavor.
River fish soup, often carp-based, cooked with hot paprika. It is especially traditional along the Danube and at festive family meals.
Refined Hungarian dining in a historic building, with updated national classics and strong wine service in a formal atmosphere.
Michelin-starred fine dining with a modern tasting menu rooted in Hungarian ingredients. Stylish, intimate, and one of Budapest’s top tables.
Traditional Hungarian restaurant known for goulash, pörkölt, and live music. Warm, old-style atmosphere near the city center.
Moderate for Europe: stays and dining are cheaper than in Western capitals, while central hotels and tourist areas cost more. Transit is good value.
About 10% is common in restaurants if no service charge is added. Round up for taxis and leave small change or round up at cafes.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kassel 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.

Most Kassel to Budapest trains use the Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Kassel and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe is 3 km from Kassel city centre. Public transport options include:
Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe 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: Matterhorn-Stübli, Biond Restaurant, Schwälmer Brotladen, Kleine Konoba
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. ATMs are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Information desks are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe.
Nearby hotels include InterCityHotel, Schweizer Hof, Kurfürst Wilhelm I., Kurparkhotel.
Kassel 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: HermannS, Eckstein, Lohmann, Il Convento
Wi-Fi is available at Kassel Hbf. ATMs are available at Kassel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Kassel Hbf. Information desks are available at Kassel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Kassel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Kassel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kassel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kassel Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel am Rathaus, Stadthotel, Arosa Hotel, Foto-Motel.
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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