The cheapest and fastest trains from Billund to Budapest
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£97
Fastest journey
21 h 51 m
Average duration
22 h 14 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1142 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Billund to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Billund to Budapest will cost around £97 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £83.
Of the 2 trains that leave Billund for Budapest every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 1142 km distance in an average of 22 h 14 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 h 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Billund to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Billund to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £74, and a flight costs an average of £87.
Distance: 1142 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£128 Average Price | £157 Average Price | £98 Average Price Cheapest |
19h 35m Average total duration 19h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 42m Average total duration 29h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Billund to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Billund to Budapest trains for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:40 Billund | 22h24 | 05:04 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:28 Billund | 22h21 | 08:49 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:28 Billund | 21h00 | 10:28 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Billund to Budapest
Trains from Billund to Budapest run on average 5 times per day, taking around 19h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 1142 km distance in 20h 0m.
Distance 1142 km |
Average train duration 19h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 20h 0m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 23:41 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Billund to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Billund and Budapest from £62. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Billund to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Billund to Budapest by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Billund and Budapest
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Nyugati tér.
- Két Szerecsen
- Menza Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Parlament
- Radisson Blu Béke Hotel
- Hilton Budapest City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for international trains
- Hall 2: domestic and regional train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 4, Line 6
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
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