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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Nijmegen
- Cheapest price on Nov 01
- €121
- Average ticket price on Nov 01
- €141
- Fastest journey on Nov 01
- 15 h
- Average journey duration on Nov 01
- 16 h 39 m
- Trains on Nov 01
- 4
- Distance
- 1063 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Nijmegen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Nijmegen will cost around €141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €121.
It's difficult to get from Budapest to Nijmegen without transferring at least 5 times.
EC 148 · RJX 19972+
79404+ICE 10144:30 PM 18h17 Budapest Keleti 10:47 AM Nijmegen station €121 1 One-way 5 transfers- IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972+79404
4:35 PM 18h12 Budapest-Deli 10:47 AM Nijmegen station €121 1 One-way 6 transfers - EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912
8:30 AM 15h05 Budapest Keleti 11:35 PM Nijmegen station €161 1 One-way 5 transfers - IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
8:35 AM 15h00 Budapest-Deli 11:35 PM Nijmegen station €161 1 One-way 6 transfers
- IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214
8:35 AM 15h00 Budapest-Deli 11:35 PM Nijmegen station €161 1 One-way 6 transfers - EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912
8:30 AM 15h05 Budapest Keleti 11:35 PM Nijmegen station €161 1 One-way 5 transfers - IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972+79404
4:35 PM 18h12 Budapest-Deli 10:47 AM Nijmegen station €121 1 One-way 6 transfers - EC 148 · RJX 19972+79404+ICE 1014
4:30 PM 18h17 Budapest Keleti 10:47 AM Nijmegen station €121 1 One-way 5 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Nijmegen
Hungary
Netherlands
Trains from Budapest to Nijmegen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €67 but you can travel from only €45 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:25. The fastest train covers the 1063 km distance in 12h 7m.
Distance 1063 km |
Average train duration 13h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €67 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 7m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 10:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Budapest to Nijmegen train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Nijmegen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 · ICE 912 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 15h05 | 11:35 PM Nijmegen station | 5 transfers | |
| IC 862 · EC 140 · RJX 19976 · ICE 1214 | 8:35 AM Budapest-Deli | 15h00 | 11:35 PM Nijmegen station | 6 transfers | |
| EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014 · ICE 220 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 18h17 | 10:47 AM Nijmegen station | 5 transfers | |
| IC 876 · EC 148 · RJX 19972 · ICE 1014 | 4:35 PM Budapest-Deli | 18h12 | 10:47 AM Nijmegen station | 6 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Budapest and Nijmegen
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Nijmegen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Nijmegen 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 Nijmegen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Nijmegen
Most Budapest to Nijmegen trains use the Budapest Keleti to Nijmegen station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Nijmegen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Nijmegen leave from?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Which Nijmegen station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Nijmegen from Nijmegen city centre
Nijmegen train station facilities and services
Nijmegen 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Wally, De Hemel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nijmegen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Nijmegen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nijmegen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nijmegen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nijmegen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Credible, Hotel Oranjestaete, Mercure Hotel Nijmegen Centre.
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