The average train between Budapest (Station) and Debrecen takes 3h 5m and the fastest train takes 2h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Budapest (Station) to Debrecen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Budapest (Station) and Debrecen. The earliest departure is at 5:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest (Station) is at 11:50 PM which arrives into Debrecen at 6:00 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 50m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Budapest (Station) to Debrecen? 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.
No, there is no direct train from Budapest (Station) to Debrecen. However, there are services departing from Budapest (Station) station and arriving at Debrecen station via Szolnok. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.
Budapest (Station) to Debrecen train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Keleti station.
Budapest (Station) to Debrecen train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Debrecen station.
The distance between Budapest (Station) and Debrecen is 190.8 km. The road distance is 219 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Keleti to Debrecen via Szolnok in around 3h 30m.