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Trip Overview

The average train between Budapest and Essen Hbf takes 14h and the fastest train takes 13h. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest to Essen Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

14h
Duration
1,275 km
Distance
€248
Average price
5 times a day
Frequency

Budapest to Essen Hbf train times

Trains run 5 times a day between Budapest and Essen Hbf. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Essen Hbf at 2:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 14h. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 2m • 1 change
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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    RailjetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)18h 3m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 2m • 1 change
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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    RailjetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)18h 5m • 1 change

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h • 1 change
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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 18m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h • 1 change
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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h • 1 change
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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h • 1 change
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h • 1 change
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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 6m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 2m • 1 change
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    Hungarian Railways (MÁV)Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h 3m • 1 change
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    Arrives next day

    RegioJetDeutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)13h • 1 change

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Essen Hbf? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

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  • Distance: 1,274.6 km
  • Duration: 14h

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Essen Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Essen Hbf via Wien Hbf in around 13h 2m.

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