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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rotterdam to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Budapest will cost around $177 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Budapest without transferring at least 3 times.
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IC 2817 · ICE 121 · ICE 515 · RJX 69
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Trains from Rotterdam to Budapest run on average 4 times per day, taking around 15h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $80 but you can travel from only $23 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 717 miles (1154 km) distance in 13h 2m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Rotterdam to Budapest.
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Budapest trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:20 AM Rotterdam | 15h59 | 10:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:20 AM Rotterdam | 16h10 | 11:30 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:05 AM Rotterdam | 21h44 | 5:49 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 AM Rotterdam | 15h04 | 11:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 AM Rotterdam | 20h44 | 5:04 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Rotterdam | 21h04 | 5:49 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 AM Rotterdam | 21h19 | 6:39 AM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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IC 2817 · ICE 121 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 | 5:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 16h45 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
IC 2817 · ICE 121 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 | 5:50 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 16h29 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 5 transfers | |
RE 4014 · IC 519 · ICE 121 · ICE 515 | 5:54 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 16h41 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 5 transfers | |
RE 4014 · IC 519 · ICE 121 · ICE 515 | 5:54 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 16h25 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 6 transfers | |
IC 1119 · IC 3517 · 20071 · ICE 621 | 6:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 16h04 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 7 transfers | |
IC 1119 · IC 3517 · 20071 · ICE 621 | 6:15 AM Rotterdam Centraal | 16h20 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 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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Budapest Keleti Railway Station -> Deák Ferenc tér
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam to Budapest trains use the Rotterdam Centraal to Budapest-Déli station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest Keleti. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Rotterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Smullers, Albert Heijn to go, Starbucks, La Place, Julia's, Ekmekci, LEON, The Doner Company, StationsHuiskamer, De Broodzaak, & more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are aTM machines are located outside the north side entrance and south side entrance.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 00:00 - 24:00. Information desks are located inside the central hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located at the north side of the station, next to the escalator to Platform 15. A small safe costs €6.00 and a large safe costs €9.00 for 24 hours.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Centraal: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access, personalized mobility assistance.
Nearby hotels include Rotterdam Marriott Hotel, Layin’ Rotterdam Central, Hostel Ani & Haakien.
Rotterdam Noord is 2 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Noord.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Noord.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Noord: Ramps.
Rotterdam Lombardijen is 5 km from Rotterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Rotterdam Lombardijen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Rotterdam Lombardijen.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam Lombardijen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Rotterdam Lombardijen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Rotterdam Lombardijen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam Lombardijen: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Bastion Hotel Rotterdam Zuid, Art Hotel Rotterdam, Van der Valk Hotel Ridderkerk.
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 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-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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