Travelling from Budapest to Düsseldorf by train

Want to know how to get from Budapest to Düsseldorf by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Budapest to Düsseldorf take around 11 hours and 52 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 978 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Budapest is scheduled to depart at around  01:25. The last departure is usually at around 23:25. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 15 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 46 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €62.79.

We think any time is a great time to visit Düsseldorf, 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 Düsseldorf.

Is there a direct train from Budapest to Düsseldorf?

The journey between Budapest and Düsseldorf usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Budapest to Düsseldorf every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

There are typically fewer trains leaving at weekends, when we found at least one departure.

How long does it take to travel from Budapest to Düsseldorf?

The Budapest to Düsseldorf train travel takes about 11 hours and 52 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Budapest to Düsseldorf train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Düsseldorf leaving Budapest at around 01:25 and the last train leaving at around 23:25. This is the same at the weekend.