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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 Düsseldorf to Budapest 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 will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $71.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Budapest without transferring at least 2 times.
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Budapest run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 607 miles (978 km) distance in 10h 8m.
Distance 607 miles (978 km) |
Average train duration 12h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 10h 8m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Düsseldorf to Budapest.
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Budapest trains for today, Thursday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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26836 · IC 60403 · S8 · ICE 699 | 10:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h39 | 3:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 8 transfers | |
RE1 · DB S8+ ICE 699+ RE72 | On time 10:40 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h55 | 4:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 6 transfers | |
89738 · ICE 619 · RJX 61 | On time 11:12 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h23 | 2:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
89738 · ICE 619 · RJX 61 · R 4645 | 11:12 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h07 | 2:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
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ICE 103 · IC 2040 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 | On time 8:24 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h55 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 5 transfers | |
ICE 103+ IC 2040+ ICE 515+ RJX 69 | On time 8:24 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h11 | 11:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 5 transfers | |
ICE 119+ RJX 165 | On time 8:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h03 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119 · RJX 165 | On time 8:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h03 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119 · RJX 165 · R 4631 | On time 8:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h47 | 9:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 2 transfers | |
ICE 915+ RJX 261 | On time 9:04 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h25 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 1 transfer | |
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 · R 4631 | On time 9:04 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h15 | 9:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 3 transfers | |
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 | On time 9:04 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h31 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 915 · ICE 119+ RJX 165 | On time 9:04 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h31 | 9:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 621 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 9:19 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h16 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
ICE 621 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 9:19 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h00 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
ICE 621 · ICE 515+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | On time 9:19 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h16 | 11:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
ICE 621 · ICE 515+ RJX 69+ EC 341 | On time 9:19 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h16 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
ICE 27+ RB75+ ICE 211+ IC 747 | Delayed 8:25 AM 9:24 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 15h05 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 9:25 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h10 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 · EC 341 | On time 9:25 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h54 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 1255 · ICE 211+ IC 747 | On time 9:25 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h04 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 515+ RJX 69+ EC 341 | On time 9:25 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h10 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
ICE 27 · ICE 515+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | On time 9:25 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h10 | 11:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565 · RJX 69 | On time 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h47 | 10:19 PM Budapest-Deli | 5 transfers | |
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565 · RJX 69 | On time 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h03 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565+ RJX 69 | On time 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h03 | 11:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 5 transfers | |
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565+ RJX 69 | On time 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h03 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565+ RJX 69 | On time 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h03 | 11:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 5 transfers | |
ICE 217 · ICE 575 · ICE 565+ RJX 69 | On time 9:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h03 | 10:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
28511 · ICE 2013 · ICE 517 · RJX 261 | On time 9:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h31 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
ICE 623 · ICE 211+ IC 747+ RJX 261 | 10:19 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h10 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
ICE 105 · ICE 1255 · ICE 211+ IC 747 | 10:24 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h05 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 4 transfers | |
ICE 29 · ICE 517+ RJX 261 | Delayed 10:26 AM 11:25 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 13h04 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 29 · ICE 517 · RJX 261 | Delayed 10:26 AM 11:25 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 13h04 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
ICE 941+ EN 40457 | 1:50 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 18h39 | 8:29 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 1 transfer | |
RE4+ ICE 651+ IC 2233+ ICE 1655 | 2:41 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h48 | 8:29 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 4 transfers | |
ICE 1011+ RJX 367+ REX 6+ R 4989 | 3:05 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h29 | 7:34 AM Budapest-Deli | 5 transfers | |
ICE 723 · ICE 1655+ EN 40457 | 3:18 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h11 | 8:29 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 2 transfers | |
ICE 927 · ICE 611 · ICE 1655+ EN 40457 | 3:23 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h06 | 8:29 AM Budapest-Nyugati | 3 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 Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Budapest 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 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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