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Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
A major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with strong collections of Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and European art. It is a leading choice for art lovers visiting Budapest.
Cheapest price
$233
Average price
$242
Fastest journey
14 h 14 m
Average duration
14 h 36 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
1024 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Venlo to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Venlo to Budapest will cost around $242 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $233.
It's difficult to get from Venlo to Budapest without transferring at least 3 times.
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20073 · 10617 · IC 2013 · ICE 517Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venlo to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $30, and a train costs an average of $96.
Distance: 636 miles (1024 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$209 Average price | $107 Average price | $105 Average price Cheapest | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 19m Average total duration 13h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 47m Average total duration 19h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Venlo to Budapest:
A flight is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Venlo to Budapest costing on average $107 (€88).
A flight is $104 (€85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venlo to Budapest costing on average $209 (€171).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 13h 49m.
Bus takes on average 19h 17m.
Tickets start at around $209 (€171) compared to roughly $107 (€87) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-102.27 (€-83.70). The journey takes 13h 49m versus 12h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Venlo to Budapest 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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![]() | 7:05 AM Venlo | 15h14 | 10:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Venlo to Budapest run on average 11 times per day, taking around 13h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $96 (€79) but you can travel from only $30 (€25) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 03:10, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 636 miles (1024 km) distance in 13h 24m.
Distance 636 miles (1024 km) |
Average train duration 13h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price $96 (€79) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 13h 24m |
First train 3:10 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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A major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with strong collections of Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and European art. It is a leading choice for art lovers visiting Budapest.
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A rich Hungarian goulash soup with beef, paprika, potatoes, and vegetables. It is one of the country’s most iconic comfort dishes.
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Service may be included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in taxis. Small tips are appreciated in bars, cafés, and by hotel staff.
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Budapest Keleti Railway Station, Budapest -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venlo 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 Venlo to Budapest trains use the Venlo to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Venlo and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Venlo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Chez l'Hêtre, Brasserie Sur Place
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Venlo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Venlo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Venlo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Venlo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venlo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Venlo, Campanile Venlo, Hotel Puur.
Blerick has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Wilhelmina, Brasserie Sur Meuse
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Blerick. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Blerick.
Available at Blerick: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Blerick: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Blerick.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Puur, Theaterhotel Venlo, Hotel American.
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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