How to get to Budapest from Charleroi

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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 coach, with an average ticket price of £104 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £104, while a flight costs an average of £421.

Distance: 1112 km

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£421

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£214

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The cheapest way to travel from Charleroi to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £104.

This is compared to other travel options from Charleroi to Budapest:

A coach is £99 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charleroi to Budapest costing on average £203.

A coach is £317 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleroi to Budapest costing on average £421.

The fastest way to travel from Charleroi to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 15h 58m.

Coach takes on average 24h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Charleroi and Budapest including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 8h 59m sooner (3h 58m by flight vs 12h 57m by car). Tickets start at around £421 compared to roughly £214 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Charleroi to Budapest

How to get to Budapest from Charleroi by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Charleroi to Budapest is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RyanairFR 55
    6:452h00
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    8:45Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £221One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 55
    6:452h00
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    8:45Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £221One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesSN2829
    21:051h55
    Brussels Airport
    23:00Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1481One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 4509 · ICE 15 · ICE 627 · EC 1219
    9:2521h39
    Charleroi-Sud
    7:04Budapest-Deli
    £1611One-way
    6 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 4509 · ICE 15 · IC 2044 · ICE 519
    9:2521h39
    Charleroi-Sud
    7:04Budapest-Deli
    £1711One-way
    8 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 5710 · ICE 311 · ICE 519 · RJX 13483
    10:3920h25
    Charleroi-Sud
    7:04Budapest-Deli
    £1891One-way
    7 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:1035h40
    Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2)
    5:50Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    £631One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:1025h35
    Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2)
    19:45Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    £651One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    18:1025h50
    Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2)
    20:00Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £651One-way
    2 changes
  • Wizz AirW62282
    9:302h00
    Brussels South Charleroi Airport
    11:30Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £421One-way
    0 changes
  • Brussels AirlinesOS8176+Austrian AirlinesOS639
    18:403h45
    Brussels Airport
    22:25Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1601One-way
    1 change
  • Brussels AirlinesOS8172+Austrian AirlinesOS631
    6:503h45
    Brussels Airport
    10:35Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1601One-way
    1 change

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Day trip from Budapest to Eger by train

Why visit Eger for the day?

Eger is a historic town in northern Hungary known for its castle, baroque centre and red wines, especially Egri Bikavér. Thermal baths and Ottoman-era traces give it a relaxed character shaped by regional history and wine culture.

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Day trip from Budapest to Győr by train

Why visit Győr for the day?

Győr is a baroque city in north-west Hungary, known for its handsome old town and riverside setting. Historic churches and lively squares sit alongside a strong industrial identity shaped by Audi Hungaria and the local university.

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FAQs: Charleroi to Budapest

Travel to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Charleroi to Budapest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Charleroi and Budapest including taking a coach, train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Charleroi to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £104.

This is compared to other travel options from Charleroi to Budapest:

A coach is £99 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charleroi to Budapest costing on average £203.

A coach is £317 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleroi to Budapest costing on average £421.

The fastest way to travel from Charleroi to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 58m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 15h 58m.

Coach takes on average 24h 39m.

The Charleroi to Budapest distance is approximately 1112 km.
The average frequency per day from Charleroi to Budapest is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 11 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Charleroi and Budapest as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Charleroi to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Charleroi-Sud and arrive in Budapest-Deli.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) and arrive in Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Charleroi to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Budapest by train.
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Ryanair, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline, Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, BA Cityflyer, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Budapest by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Charleroi to Budapest:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Ryanair, Brussels Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Charleroi to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Zagreb. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Charleroi to Budapest, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
In Budapest, you can unwind at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, one of Europe's largest thermal bath complexes. Explore the vibrant Great Market Hall for local foods and crafts, or take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of the city's landmarks. Visit the House of Terror Museum to learn about Hungary's history under fascist and communist regimes, and enjoy a performance at the stunning Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss the best sights: Buda Castle offers panoramic views and houses the Budapest History Museum, while the Parliament Building and Fisherman's Bastion provide breathtaking architecture and views. St. Stephen's Basilica offers a grand interior and panoramic dome views, and Heroes' Square is noted for its iconic statues and the Millennium Monument.
Three to four days in Budapest is typically sufficient to explore major attractions such as Buda Castle, the Hungarian Parliament Building, Széchenyi Thermal Bath, and to enjoy the city's vibrant culinary and cultural scene.

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