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Trip Overview

The average train between Essen and Budapest takes 13h 9m and the fastest train takes 12h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Essen to Budapest. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

13h 9m
Duration
1,354 km
Distance
Ft 107,860
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train via Munich

best
  1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to München Hbftrain train 41 / ...
  2. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain train 90 / ...
  3. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Wien Hbftrain train Rjx / ...
  4. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain train Ec
13h
Ft 70,621–210,135

Essen to Budapest train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Essen and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:00 PM which arrives into Budapest at 1:02 PM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 13h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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Map of how to get from Essen to Budapest.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,353.6 km
  • Duration: 13h 9m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via München Hbf, Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, Salzburg Hbf, and Wien Hbf in around 13h.

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