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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to London
Cheapest price
£0
Average price
£293
Fastest journey
22 h 2 m
Average duration
23 h 22 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
1449 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
To travel from Budapest to London you need to make at least 3 changes.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 £30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach 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 £30, and a train costs an average of £287.
Distance: 1449 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£295 Average Price | £131 Average Price Cheapest | £159 Average Price |
23h 50m Average total duration 23h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 25m Average total duration 28h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 4.3 - 8.7kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 3.6kg 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 London train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to London trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:58 Budapest | 24h59 | 08:57 London | 3 changes | |
| 13:55 Budapest | 22h02 | 11:57 London | 3 changes | |
| 19:55 Budapest | 23h05 | 19:00 London | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to London
Hungary
United Kingdom
Trains from Budapest to London run on average 1 times per day, taking around 23h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £287 but you can travel from only £30 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:45, the last at 11:15. The fastest train covers the 1449 km distance in 22h 2m.
Distance 1449 km |
Average train duration 23h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £287 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 22h 2m |
First train 05:45 |
Last train 11:15 |
Train companies: Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet, Regiojet from Budapest to London trainsHungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet, Regiojet trains will get you between Budapest and London from £30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Budapest to London train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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