The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Birmingham
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£410
Fastest journey
23 h 53 m
Average duration
1 d 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1589 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Birmingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Budapest to Birmingham you need to make at least 4 changes.

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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £86. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.6 - 4.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £86, and a train costs an average of £407.
Distance: 1589 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£414 Average Price | £166 Average Price | £146 Average Price Cheapest |
25h 30m Average total duration 25h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 3h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 34h 1m Average total duration 33h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.8 - 9.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Birmingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Birmingham trains for today, Saturday 13 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 07:58 Budapest | 28h50 | 12:48 Birmingham | 4 changes | |
![]() | 13:55 Budapest | 24h01 | 13:56 Birmingham | 4 changes | |
![]() | 19:55 Budapest | 24h32 | 20:27 Birmingham | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Birmingham
Trains from Budapest to Birmingham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 25h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £407 but you can travel from only £29 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:58, the last at 19:55. The fastest train covers the 1589 km distance in 23h 32m.
Distance 1589 km |
Average train duration 25h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £407 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 23h 32m |
First train 07:58 |
Last train 19:55 |
Train companies: Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet, Regiojet from Budapest to Birmingham trainsHungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet, Regiojet trains will get you between Budapest and Birmingham from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Railjet
Regiojet
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Budapest to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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