Essen to Budapest by train
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Overview: trains from Essen to Budapest
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Essen to Budapest train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Essen to Budapest by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Essen to Budapest take around 12 hours and 16 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 973 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Essen is scheduled to depart at around 00:09. The last departure is usually at around 23:01 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Essen at around 01:48, with the last train leaving at around 23:00. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 26 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 20 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$248.00.
We think any time is a great time to visit Budapest, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Budapest.
Is there a direct train from Essen to Budapest?
The journey between Essen and Budapest usually involves one change of train.
We usually find at least one departure on the route from Essen to Budapest every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.
Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found at least one departure.
How long does it take to travel from Essen to Budapest?
The Essen to Budapest train travel takes about 12 hours and 16 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Essen to Budapest train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Budapest leaving Essen at around 00:09 and the last train leaving at around 23:01 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Essen at around 01:48, with the final departure at 23:00.
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