How to travel from Budapest to London

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to London

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 13m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 1.4 - 3.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $26, and a train costs an average of $387.

Distance: 900 miles (1449 km)

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Train

$109

Average price

Cheapest

$170

Average price

$398

Average price

6h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 13m

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29h 32m

Average total duration

29h 2m

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30m

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23h 50m

Average total duration

23h 20m

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30m

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4.3 - 8.7kg

CO2 emissions

1.4 - 3.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

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from Budapest to London

How to get from Budapest to London by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Budapest to London is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

RyanairFR 1659
05:45AM2h35
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
07:20AMLondon Stansted Airport
$941One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

RyanairFR 1659
05:45AM2h35
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
07:20AMLondon Stansted Airport
$941One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

RyanairFR 1659
05:45AM2h35
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
07:20AMLondon Stansted Airport
$941One-way
0 transfers

Other options

FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
09:10PM36h35
Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
08:45AMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$1991One-way
2 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
10:40AM32h25
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
06:05PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$2601One-way
1 transfer
FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
07:35AM35h30
Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
06:05PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$2371One-way
2 transfers
easyJetU28732
10:30AM2h45
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
12:15PMLondon Gatwick Airport
$1581One-way
0 transfers
RyanairFR 2517
10:30AM2h35
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
12:05PMLondon Stansted Airport
$2211One-way
0 transfers
KM Malta AirlinesFR 3591
09:20PM2h35
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
10:55PMLondon Stansted Airport
$2401One-way
0 transfers

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How to Travel from Budapest to London

The journey from Budapest to London is popular with travelers for both business and leisure. The trip between these two busy capital cities is convenient whether you choose to travel by bus or plane. Depending on the mode of transit and time of departure, journey times vary between 2 hours and 35 minutes and 28 hours and 15 minutes. Key departure points in Budapest include the Autóbuszállomás and Könyves Kálmán körút bus stations, as well as the airport. Buses and flights from Budapest to London are available 7 days a week.

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Budapest to London Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€66

28:15 h

2 Months Ahead

flight

€75

2:35 h

2 Weeks Ahead



What is the best way to travel from Budapest to London?

Cheapest way to travel from Budapest to London


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Taking a bus is cheapest way to travel from Budapest to London. Buses traveling from Budapest to London depart from either Budapest's Autóbuszállomás or Könyves Kálmán körút bus stations. The journey is run by Eurolines France, FlixBus, and Student Agency. The trip takes at least 28 hours and 15 minutes, which is perfect for slow travelers that want see a lot of the countryside along the way.


Fastest way to travel from Budapest to London


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Flying is the fastest way to travel from Budapest to London. Flights that go from Budapest to London depart from Budapest's airport and arrive at one of London's 6 airports after an approximately 2 hour and thirty-five minute flight time. Over 30 direct flights travel from Budapest to London every day, with the first departing at 6:00 a.m. Airlines that travel directly from Budapest to London include Air Berlin, EasyJet, Lufthansa, and Air Europa.


Most popular way to travel from Budapest to London


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Flying is by far the most popular way to travel from Budapest to London. Flights are conveniently offered all around the clock, and it is significantly faster than traveling by bus. Traveling from Budapest to London by plane allows you to choose which airport in London you would like to arrive to.


How to get from Budapest to London

The Best Way According to our Users

When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Budapest to London, 91,67% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Budapest to London, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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FAQs: Travel from Budapest to London

Travel to London 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 Budapest to London.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Budapest and London including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to London is a flight with an average price of $26 (€21).

This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to London:

A flight is $54 (€43) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Budapest to London costing on average $80 (€64).

A flight is $361 (€287) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to London costing on average $387 (€308).

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to London is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 35m.

Other travel options to London take longer:

Train takes on average 22h 2m.

Bus takes on average 33h 10m.

The distance from Budapest to London is approximately 900 miles (1449 km).
The average frequency per day from Budapest to London is:
  • Around 85 flights per day.
  • Around 12 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Budapest and London as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budapest to London:
  • Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in London Heathrow Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arrive in London, Victoria Coach Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest to London, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Trans Nicolaescu to go to London by bus.
  • Travel with Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Regiojet, ÖBB | Railjet to go to London by train.
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Ryanair, British Airways, easyJet, Eurowings , Lufthansa, LOT Polish Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, KLM, SWISS, Brussels Airlines, Luxair, Air Serbia to go to London by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Budapest to London with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Trans Nicolaescu.
  • 12 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Ryanair, British Airways, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Budapest to London often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Manchester, Brussels. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between London and these popular destinations at a great price.
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