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Museum Ostwall im Dortmunder U
Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Dortmund is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Dortmund will cost around £112 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £89.
To travel from Budapest to Dortmund you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Budapest to Dortmund run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 946 km distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 946 km |
Average train duration 12h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 11h 5m |
First train 0:07 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Budapest to Dortmund.
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Dortmund trains for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912 | On time 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 13h18 | 21:48 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | On time 8:35 Budapest-Deli | 13h13 | 21:48 Dortmund Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 116 | 8:35 Budapest-Deli | 14h08 | 22:43 Dortmund Hbf | 6 changes | |
RJX 62 · ICE 512 | On time 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 13h51 | 23:21 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 852 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 | On time 9:35 Budapest-Deli | 13h46 | 23:21 Dortmund Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 852 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · IC 2347 | On time 9:35 Budapest-Deli | 14h49 | 0:24 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 142 · RJX 166 · EC 114 · ICE 910 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 13h44 | 0:14 Dortmund Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 864 · EC 142 · RJX 166 · EC 114 | On time 10:35 Budapest-Deli | 13h57 | 0:32 Dortmund Hbf | 5 changes | |
IC 864 · EC 142 · RJX 166 · EC 114 | 10:35 Budapest-Deli | 13h39 | 0:14 Dortmund Hbf | 5 changes | |
NJ 40490+ RJX 68 | 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 15h19 | 6:49 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
NJ 40490+ RJX 68 | 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 15h19 | 6:49 Dortmund Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014+ 79404 | 16:30 Budapest Keleti | 17h17 | 9:47 Dortmund Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014 | 16:35 Budapest-Deli | 17h12 | 9:47 Dortmund Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 888 | 16:35 Budapest-Deli | 17h44 | 10:19 Dortmund Hbf | 5 changes | |
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Major museum for 20th- and 21st-century art in the Dortmunder U, with changing exhibitions and city views from the upper floors.
Interactive football museum beside the main station, covering German football history with media installations and trophies.
Museum at Zollern Colliery presenting Ruhr industrial history in a striking Art Nouveau machine hall and heritage complex.
Large urban lake with promenades, boat hire and skyline views; popular for walks, cycling and waterside relaxation.
Green park with themed gardens, mature trees and one of Germany’s notable botanical collections, ideal for a quiet stroll.
Central square framed by historic façades and busy streets, useful as a starting point for exploring the old city centre.
A dark, top-fermented beer from Dortmund, long tied to the city’s brewing heritage. It is smoother and less bitter than Pils, and a classic local drink.
A hearty potato stew from Westphalia, traditionally cooked with vegetables and sausage or bacon. It is valued as comforting regional home cooking.
A classic Westphalian dish of rye bread topped with ham, pickles and sometimes egg. It reflects the region’s rye bread and cured meat traditions.
Traditional brewery restaurant serving Dortmund classics, beer and hearty regional dishes in a lively, historic setting.
Established German restaurant known for generous regional cooking, seasonal dishes and a warm, traditional atmosphere.
Casual local venue popular for currywurst, schnitzel and Ruhrgebiet comfort food in an unfussy setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Munich or Frankfurt, while public transport and everyday costs stay fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Dortmund Hbf -> Platz der Deutschen Einheit, Dortmund
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Dortmund 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 Dortmund, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Dortmund trains use the Budapest Keleti to Dortmund Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Dortmund-Germania. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Dortmund train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Dortmund 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: Subway, Caliente, Ong Bui Asia Fusion, Kleimann
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund Hbf. ATMs are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund Hbf. Information desks are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Cityhotel Dortmund, Esplanade, Drei Kronen, Hotel Unique Novum.
Dortmund-Germania is 7 km from Dortmund city centre. Public transport options include:
Dortmund-Germania has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Óla Kalá, Imbiss Futterluke, Pizzeria Puzzle, Side Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Dortmund-Germania. ATMs are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Ticket office support is available at Dortmund-Germania. Information desks are available at Dortmund-Germania.
Luggage storage is available at Dortmund-Germania. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dortmund-Germania: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Dortmund-Germania: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dortmund-Germania.
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