How to get to Budapest from Copenhagen

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Compare train, coach and flight for Copenhagen to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Copenhagen to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £97 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 33m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.9kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £97, while a flight costs an average of £650.

Distance: 1012 km

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Driving

£650

Average Price

£152

Average Price

£97

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Cheapest

£266

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(fuel + tolls)

5h 33m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 33m

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2h 0m

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19h 26m

Average total duration

18h 56m

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30m

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22h 47m

Average total duration

22h 17m

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30m

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15h 31m

Average total duration

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3.0 - 6.1kg

CO2 emissions

0.3 - 0.9kg

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Lowest

1.0 - 2.5kg

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Most popular airline

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £97.

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

A coach is £55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Budapest costing on average £152.

A coach is £553 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Budapest costing on average £650.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 33m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 26m.

Coach takes on average 22h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Budapest including taking a train, coach 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 11h 58m sooner (3h 33m by flight vs 15h 31m by car). Tickets start at around £650 compared to roughly £266 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 Copenhagen to Budapest

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • Wizz AirW62252
    14:401h55
    Copenhagen Airport
    16:35Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £571One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Wizz AirW62252
    14:401h55
    Copenhagen Airport
    16:35Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £571One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD83550
    12:301h45
    Copenhagen Airport
    14:15Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £891One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 50113 · IC 5753 · 11163 · ICE 587
    3:4620h43
    Copenhagen Central Station
    0:29Budapest Keleti
    £981One-way
    4 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 50101 · IC 5751 · 11159 · ICE 585
    0:3421h45
    Copenhagen Central Station
    22:19Budapest-Deli
    £981One-way
    6 changes
  • Deutsche BahnIC 50101 · IC 5751 · 11159 · RJ 175
    0:3421h54
    Copenhagen Central Station
    22:28Budapest-Nyugati
    £981One-way
    3 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    13:0526h30
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    15:35Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    £1031One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:4522h25
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    6:10Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    £1091One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:4522h40
    København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro
    6:25Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    £1101One-way
    1 change
  • Malta AirFR 604
    10:351h50
    Copenhagen Airport
    12:25Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £611One-way
    0 changes
  • Malta AirFR 81
    15:401h50
    Copenhagen Airport
    17:30Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £691One-way
    0 changes
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO464 · LO537
    10:506h05
    Copenhagen Airport
    16:55Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    £1811One-way
    1 change

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Best day trips from Budapest by train

The most popular day trips by train from Budapest are Szentendre, Esztergom, Eger, Vác and Győr. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Budapest on Omio.

A view of Eger

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.

A view of Győr

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: Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Budapest.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Copenhagen and Budapest including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Copenhagen to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £97.

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

A coach is £55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Copenhagen to Budapest costing on average £152.

A coach is £553 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Copenhagen to Budapest costing on average £650.

The fastest way to travel from Copenhagen to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 33m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Train takes on average 19h 26m.

Coach takes on average 22h 47m.

The Copenhagen to Budapest distance is approximately 1012 km.
The average frequency per day from Copenhagen to Budapest is:
  • Around 61 flights per day.
  • Around 20 coaches per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Copenhagen to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Copenhagen Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Copenhagen Central Station and arrive in Budapest Keleti.
  • Coaches mostly depart from København, Busterminal Dybbølsbro and arrive in Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Copenhagen to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Malta Air, Ryanair, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, Brussels Airlines, Swiss, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, British Airways, Cityjet, CitizenPlane, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Air Dolomiti, TAP Portugal to go to Budapest by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Comati PSG, Infobus to go to Budapest by coach.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Budapest by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Copenhagen to Budapest with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, Malta Air, Ryanair, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, CitizenPlane.
  • 0 direct coaches per day with Comati PSG, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen to Budapest, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach 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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