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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleroi to Budapest
Cheapest price
£225
Average price
£240
Fastest journey
20 h 7 m
Average duration
21 h 8 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1112 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleroi to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleroi to Budapest will cost around £240 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £225.
To travel from Charleroi to Budapest you need to make at least 6 changes.
IC 4511 · ICE 315 · ICE 723 · RJ 26311:2520h07Charleroi-Sud7:32Budapest-Kelenfoeld£2251One-way8 changes- IC 4509 · ICE 15 · ICE 629 · EC 12199:2522h09Charleroi-Sud7:34Budapest-Deli£2551One-way6 changes
- IC 4511 · ICE 315 · ICE 723 · RJ 26311:2520h07Charleroi-Sud7:32Budapest-Kelenfoeld£2251One-way8 changes
- IC 4509 · ICE 15 · ICE 629 · EC 12199:2522h09Charleroi-Sud7:34Budapest-Deli£2551One-way6 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Charleroi to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Charleroi to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £78.
Distance: 1112 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£179 Average Price | £76 Average Price Cheapest | £86 Average Price |
17h 54m Average total duration 17h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 0m Average total duration Fastest 2h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 36m Average total duration 32h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charleroi to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Charleroi to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Friday 10 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC 4509 · ICE 15 · ICE 629 · EC 1219 | 9:25 Charleroi-Sud | 22h09 | 7:34 Budapest-Deli | 6 changes | |
| IC 4511 · ICE 315 · ICE 723 · RJ 263 | 11:25 Charleroi-Sud | 20h07 | 7:32 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 8 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleroi to Budapest
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Trains from Charleroi to Budapest run on average 2 times per day, taking around 17h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £78 but you can travel from only £20 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 07:57, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 1112 km distance in 14h 54m.
Distance 1112 km |
Average train duration 17h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £78 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 14h 54m |
First train 7:57 |
Last train 23:25 |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
FAQs: Charleroi to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleroi 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 Charleroi and Budapest
Most Charleroi to Budapest trains use the Charleroi-Sud to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Charleroi and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Charleroi station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Charleroi-Sud from Charleroi city centre
Charleroi-Sud train station facilities and services
Charleroi-Sud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Manufacture Urbaine, Le Pain Quotidien
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi-Sud. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Charleroi-Sud. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charleroi-Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charleroi-Sud: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi-Sud: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Charleroi Centre Gare, Leonardo Hotel Charleroi City Center, Novotel Charleroi Centre.
Getting to Lodelinsart from Charleroi city centre
Lodelinsart is 2 km from Charleroi city centre. Public transport options include:
Lodelinsart train station facilities and services
Lodelinsart has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lodelinsart.
Bike and car services
Available at Lodelinsart: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lodelinsart.
Which Budapest station do trains from Charleroi arrive at?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Getting to Ferihegy from Budapest city centre
Ferihegy is 15 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferihegy train station facilities and services
Ferihegy has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Ferihegy.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ferihegy: WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Ferihegy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferihegy.
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