London to Budapest train

Cheap train tickets from London to Budapest

Showing times and prices for Mar 24

Cheapest

40

Average

40

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
11:42AMLondon2h20 02:02PMBudapest
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Train schedule from London to Budapest

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Fastest train times from London to Budapest

Showing times and prices for Mar 24

Fastest Journey

2 h 20 m

Average

2 h 20 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

1449 km

Of the 1 trains that leave London for Budapest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
11:42AMLondon2h20 02:02PMBudapest
0 transfers
401One-way

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Overview: Train from London to Budapest

distanceDistance898 miles (1449 km)
durationAverage train duration2 h 20 min
priceAverage train ticket price$26 (€22)
changesDirect trainNo

Trains from London to Budapest cover the 898 miles (1449 km) long route and usually take around 2 h 20 min. There are direct train services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $16 (€14), but the average price of train tickets is $26 (€22). Travelers depart most frequently from London Victoria and arrive in Budapest-Déli.

Travel Tips: Trains from London to Budapest

Travel Tips: Travel by train to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from London to Budapest.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from London to Budapest can start from as little as $16 (€14) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for London to Budapest is $26 (€22); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from London to Budapest is 2 h 20 min  to travel the 898 mile (1449 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

When departing from London, you have various train station options to start your route from including London Victoria, London Euston and London Kings Cross. When arriving in Budapest, you can end your trip in train stations like Budapest-Déli, Budapest Keleti and Budapest-Kelenföld.

Passengers board the train most frequently from London Victoria, which is located around 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Budapest-Déli, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Budapest from London is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app  the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from London to Budapest is February.
Yes, you can take a bus to Budapest from London.

Important Stations and Airports for this connection

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Budapest
London Victoria is the most popular London railway station for Omio travelers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in London for your trip to Budapest.
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Public transit options for London Victoria
Onward travel information: Victoria Bus Station at Station Front
Location for Rail Replacement Services: When weekend engineering dictate that replacement bus services will operate, these will usually depart from the immediate Station front/Terminus Place. Travel from London Victoria is usually conveyed by London Buses in these instances. Check posters and staff for more details.
Metro: Underground services: Victoria Line, District Line and Circle Line
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Mon - Fri: 06: 00 - 00: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 23: 00 | Sun: 07: 00 - 00: 00
Public transit options for London Euston
Tube lines: Circle, Hammersmith & City, Metropolitan, Northern (Bank and Charing Cross branches), Victoria
Overground lines: Watford DC
Bus lines: 18, 30, 59, 68, 73, 91, 168, 205, 253, 390, N5, N20, N73, N91, N205, N253
Rail lines: London North Western Railway, London Overground, Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Go to Platform 2, there is a gate adjacent to the station from the main road.
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Mon - Fri: 05: 00 - 01: 36 | Sat: 05: 00 - 00: 36 | Sun: 05: 30 - 01: 36
Public transit options for London Kings Cross
Underground lines: Circle, Piccadilly, Hammersmith & City, Northern, Metropolitan, Victoria
Bus lines: 10, 17, 30, 45, 46, 59, 63, 73, 91, 205, 214, 259, 390, 476
Train lines: Thameslink, Grand Central, Hull, London North Eastern, Gatwick Express
Metro: N/A
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Public transit options for London Paddington
Underground lines: Bakerloo Line, Circle Line, District Line, Hammersmith Line
Bus lines: N7, 23, 27, N27, 36, 205, N205, 332, 7, 46, A1, 18, N18
Train lines: Great Western Main Line, Heathrow Express
Metro: Tube Lines.
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Mon - Fri: 05: 45 - 22: 00 | Sat: 06: 00 - 21: 00 | Sun: 08: 00 - 22: 15
Public transit options for London St Pancras International
Subway lines: Circle Line, Hammersmith & City Line, Metropolitan Line, Northern Line, Piccadilly Line, Victoria Line
Train lines: Overground line, High Speed 1, Eurostar
Bus lines: 326, 139
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Public transit options for London Waterloo
Onward travel information: Waterloo is well connected to London's public transport network. Waterloo Underground station serves the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Plan a journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Buses depart from several points around the station. All Transport for London Buses are accessible with step free access and have a dedicated mobility space. Buses from Waterloo (tfl. Gov. Uk) The station has a dedicated taxi rank for London Black Taxis on the roadway outside exit 3. Santander Hire Bicycles are available from the docking stations outside. Santander Cycles - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk) Waterloo is within easy walking distance of the South Bank and a number of visitor attractions. Walking - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
Metro: Waterloo Underground station is served by the Bakerloo, Jubilee, Northern and Waterloo & City Lines. Step free access is available to and from the Jubilee Line. For more information on London Transport accessibility: Plan an accessible journey - Transport for London (tfl. Gov. Uk).
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Public transit options for London Liverpool Street
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on either Liverpool Street (outside the station entrance), or beside Platform 10, depending on operational requirements
Metro: Liverpool Street underground station has connections to the Central, Circle, Hammersmith & City and Metropolitan lines.
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Public transit options for London Bridge
Onward travel information: The Bus Station is located directly outside the main entrance at upper level. There are also bus stops outside on Tooley Street. For further information on buses, a bus information kiosk is also located outside the main doors of the station at upper level.
Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement bus services are usually found outside the front of the station. However this is sometimes subject to change. Please check engineering posters or consult a member of staff.
Metro: For North and North East Kent and South East London
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Public transit options for Heathrow Airport T123
Onward travel information: National Rail trains serving London Paddington National Express coaches to Victoria Coach Station and Gatwick Airport London Underground
Metro: Connection available with the London Underground (Piccadilly Line)
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Public transit options for London Marylebone
Location for Rail Replacement Services: At station entrance.
Metro: Bakerloo Line.
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Public transit options for London Charing Cross
Metro: Bakerloo Line Northern Line.
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