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Travel Information from Budapest to London

distanceDistance898 miles (1449 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$1 - $84
cheapestCheapest modeFlight • $22 (€20) • 2 h 40 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $22 (€20) • 2 h 40 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, Wizz Air or Regiojet

Take a train, bus or flight to travel 898 miles (1449 km) between Budapest and London. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are FlixBus, Wizz Air or Regiojet among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Budapest to London.

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from Budapest to London

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

Our recommendation
flight

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

Wizz AirW62221
08:40AM2h50
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
10:30AMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1671One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
Wizz AirW62221
08:40AM2h50
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
10:30AMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1671One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
RyanairFR 2517
09:50AM2h35
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
11:25AMLondon Stansted Airport (STN)
$1911One-way
0 transfers
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FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
07:40AM35h25
Budapest
06:05PMLondon, Victoria Coach Station
$1831One-way
2 transfers
STUDENT AGENCY k.s.(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> London)
11:10PM37h20
Budapest
11:30AMLondon
$2141One-way
1 transfer
STUDENT AGENCY k.s.(Budapest -> Prague) · (Prague -> London)
10:50PM37h40
Budapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar
11:30AMLondon
$2141One-way
1 transfer
Wizz AirW62203
01:15PM2h45
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
03:00PMLondon Luton Airport (LTN)
$1671One-way
0 transfers
easyJetU28732
12:35PM2h45
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
02:20PMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1811One-way
0 transfers
Wizz AirW62225
04:45PM2h50
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
06:35PMLondon Gatwick Airport (LGW)
$1821One-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.

Cheap Flights to London | Flights from Budapest to London

Budapest to London Travel Comparison

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Travel Time

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buses

€66

28:15 h

2 Months Ahead

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€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


cheap

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


fast

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


popular

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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All travel companies: Airlines and Bus from Budapest to London

Find the best trip to London from Budapest with SWISS, Eurowings and Wizz Air. Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most affordable journey has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

    Swiss is Switzerland’s leading airline and offers Economy and Business ticket fares for your next travel to London from Budapest.

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