The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Luxembourg
Cheapest price
£53
Average price
£72
Fastest journey
13 h 19 m
Average duration
16 h 32 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
977 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Luxembourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Luxembourg will cost around £72 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
Of the 5 trains that leave Budapest for Luxembourg every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 977 km distance in an average of 16 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 13 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 19 h 43 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 train, coach and flight for Budapest to Luxembourg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Luxembourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £47, and a flight costs an average of £97.
Distance: 977 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
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£117 Average Price | £210 Average Price | £72 Average Price Cheapest |
13h 20m Average total duration 12h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 21m Average total duration 17h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Luxembourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Luxembourg trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:10 Budapest | 13h19 | 20:29 Luxembourg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:40 Budapest | 14h10 | 22:50 Luxembourg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Budapest | 19h43 | 07:23 Luxembourg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 Budapest | 18h43 | 07:23 Luxembourg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:40 Budapest | 16h43 | 07:23 Luxembourg | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Budapest to Luxembourg by train, coach or flight
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Why book with Omio vs Deutsche Bahn?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Deutsche Bahn, but also compare tickets for the likes of ÖBB | Railjet or Regiojet to find the best option for your trip from Budapest to Luxembourg.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Luxembourg
Trains from Budapest to Luxembourg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 12h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £47 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 977 km distance in 13h 10m.
Distance 977 km |
Average train duration 12h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 13h 10m |
First train 04:00 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, Regiojet from Budapest to Luxembourg trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, Regiojet trains will get you between Budapest and Luxembourg from £47. 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.
ÖBB | Railjet
Regiojet
FAQs: Budapest to Luxembourg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Luxembourg 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 Luxembourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Luxembourg
- 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
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 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. You can access the car park at 4 rue de Compiègne as well as at 112 rue Maubeuge.
- Brasserie Schuman
- Vapiano Luxembourg Gare
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Empire
- Hotel Carlton
- Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-9 for trains to France, Belgium, Germany, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Tram connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- Train: National and international connections
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