How to travel from Budapest to Rotterdam

There are 3 options to travel between Budapest and Rotterdam including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of $111.

This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Rotterdam:

A bus is $15 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Rotterdam costing on average $125.

A bus is $116 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Rotterdam costing on average $226.

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Rotterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 7m.

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Train takes on average 15h 33m.

Bus takes on average 21h 50m.

The distance from Budapest to Rotterdam is approximately 717 miles (1154 km).

The average frequency per day from Budapest to Rotterdam is:

• Around 42 flights per day.
• Around 30 buses per day.
• Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Budapest and Rotterdam as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budapest to Rotterdam:

• Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Budapest Keleti and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.
• Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest to Rotterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet to go to Rotterdam by train.
• Travel with FlixBus to go to Rotterdam by bus.
• Travel with Wizz Air, Ryanair, KLM to go to Rotterdam by flight.

Yes, there are direct services available from Budapest to Rotterdam with the following travel companies:

• 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
• 3 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Ryanair.

Omio customers who travel from Budapest to Rotterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rotterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Rotterdam to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Rotterdam, visitors can explore the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, enjoy the Spido Harbor Tour for unique views of the port and skyline, and wander through the historic Delfshaven neighborhood. For a vibrant city experience, head to Witte de Withstraat for art galleries, trendy bars, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Kralingse Bos for walking and cycling. Notable sights include the iconic Erasmus Bridge, the modern Markthal food market, the innovative Cube Houses, the art-rich Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and the Euromast observation tower for panoramic city views.

Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Rotterdam allows visitors to explore its modern architecture, vibrant cultural scene, and key attractions such as the Markthal, Cube Houses, and the port area comfortably.