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Kunstpalast
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
RJX 68 · ICE 618
R 4626 · RJX 68 · ICE 618
EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014+
79404
R 4636 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912
EC 140+
RJX19976+
ICE 1214 · ICE 912
EC 142+
RJX19916+
EC 114+
ICE 910Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £77.
Distance: 978 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£139 Average Price | £194 Average Price | £71 Average Price Cheapest |
11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 8m Average total duration 17h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Düsseldorf trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 21:56 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 16h57 | 14:53 Düsseldorf Hbf | 6 changes | |
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 21:56 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 18h44 | 16:40 Düsseldorf Hbf | 5 changes | |
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 21:56 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 18h36 | 16:32 Düsseldorf Hbf | 6 changes | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
R 4910 · R 9420+ EC 1218+ ICE 916 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 13h43 | 16:53 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 342+ RJX 262+ ICE 564 · ICE 216 | 5:30 Budapest Keleti | 12h54 | 18:24 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 342+ RJX 262+ ICE 624 | 5:30 Budapest Keleti | 13h06 | 18:36 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 140+ RJX19976+ ICE 1214 · ICE 912 | On time 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 12h23 | 20:53 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912 | On time 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 12h23 | 20:53 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | On time 8:40 Budapest-Deli | 12h13 | 20:53 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
R 4632 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | On time 8:40 Budapest-Deli | 12h13 | 20:53 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJX 62+ IC 644+ EC 114+ ICE 910 | On time 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 13h50 | 23:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJX 62+ IC 644+ EC 114+ ICE 782 | On time 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 15h50 | 1:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 6 changes | |
R 4642 · RJX 62 · ICE 512 · IC 2347 | 9:40 Budapest-Deli | 14h38 | 0:18 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 142+ RJX19916+ EC 114+ ICE 910 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 12h50 | 23:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 142+ IC 646+ RJX 64+ ICE 522 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 14h50 | 1:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
EC 142+ IC 646+ RJX 64+ ICE 522 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 14h50 | 1:20 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
RJX 68 · ICE 618 | On time 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 15h02 | 6:32 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 68+ ICE 618 | On time 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 15h02 | 6:32 Düsseldorf Hbf | 1 change | |
R 4626 · RJX 68 · ICE 618 | On time 15:40 Budapest-Deli | 14h52 | 6:32 Düsseldorf Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014+ 79404 | 16:30 Budapest Keleti | 16h23 | 8:53 Düsseldorf Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 4636 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014 | 16:40 Budapest-Deli | 16h13 | 8:53 Düsseldorf Hbf | 4 changes | |
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Trains from Budapest to Düsseldorf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 10h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 978 km distance in 11h 52m.
Distance 978 km |
Average train duration 10h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 11h 52m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 70 days |
Discover the best of Düsseldorf — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Düsseldorf trip today.
Leading contemporary art museum in the Ehrenhof complex, with major 20th-century and modern works in a striking cultural setting.
Important collection of modern and contemporary art, including painting, sculpture and installation, housed in a landmark black-granite building.
Gallery for post-war and contemporary art in a former parliament building. Worth visiting for its focused exhibitions and riverside location.
The historic old town by the Rhine, packed with lanes, churches and squares. Ideal for wandering, architecture and a lively sense of local life.
Popular riverfront promenade for walking and cycling, linking the old town with modern districts and offering broad Rhine views.
Elegant boulevard famed for its broad canal, mature trees and high-end shops. Even without shopping, it is one of the city’s classic walks.
Rye bread spread with savoury minced pork and onions. A classic Rhineland pub snack, especially associated with Düsseldorf breweries.
Blood sausage served with apple sauce and mashed potatoes. A traditional Rhineland comfort dish found in breweries and home cooking.
Slow-cooked beef in a dark raisin sauce with potato dumplings or red cabbage. A festive Rhineland speciality popular in Düsseldorf.
Long-running brewery restaurant known for fresh Altbier, roast pork, sausages and hearty local fare near the old town.
Historic Altstadt brewery serving classic Rhineland dishes and its own Altbier in a lively, traditional beer hall setting.
Traditional brewery venue pouring Schumacher Alt and serving substantial Düsseldorf classics in a convivial, wood-panelled setting.
Moderate for Germany: hotels and dining are mid-priced, while local transit is efficient and fairly priced for city breaks.
Service is usually not included. Round up in cafés and taxis, or tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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Düsseldorf Hbf -> Steinstraße/Königsallee, Düsseldorf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Düsseldorf trains use the Budapest Keleti to Düsseldorf Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Düsseldorf 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.
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.
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