The average train between Debrecen and Nitra takes 6h 49m and the fastest train takes 5h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Debrecen to Nitra. 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 5 times a day between Debrecen and Nitra. The earliest departure is at 3:16 AM at night, and the last departure from Debrecen is at 9:04 PM which arrives into Nitra at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Budapest-Nyugati and take an average of 6h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 45m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Debrecen to Nitra? 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 Debrecen to Nitra. However, there are services departing from Debrecen station and arriving at Nove Zamky station via Budapest-Nyugati station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.
Debrecen to Nitra train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Debrecen station.
Debrecen to Nitra train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Nove Zamky station.
The distance between Debrecen and Nitra is 277.5 km. The road distance is 341 km.
You can take a train from Debrecen to Nitra via Budapest-Nyugati and Nove Zamky in around 7h 1m.