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Compare coach and flight for Luton to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Luton to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £169 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.5 - 3.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £169, while a flight costs an average of £451.
Distance: 1477 km
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Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£451 Average Price | £169 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 34h 16m Average total duration 33h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
4.4 - 8.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.5 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Luton to Budapest
Compare the available ways to get from Luton to Budapest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £169.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Budapest:
A coach is £283 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Budapest costing on average £451.
The fastest way to travel from Luton to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 3m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Coach takes on average 34h 16m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Luton and Budapest including taking a 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 14h 52m sooner (4h 3m by flight vs 18h 55m by car). Tickets start at around £451 compared to roughly £50 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.
Travel optionsfrom Luton to Budapest
How to get to Budapest from Luton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Luton to Budapest is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
17:05 36h05 Luton 5:10 Budapest £124 1 One-way 0 changes
Cheapest
17:05 36h05 Luton 5:10 Budapest £124 1 One-way 0 changes
Fastest
17:50 35h20 Luton 5:10 Budapest £135 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
5:05 46h30 Luton 3:35 Budapest £142 1 One-way 0 changes
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Best day trips from Budapest by train
The most popular day trips by train from Budapest are Szentendre, Eger, Esztergom, Vác and Győr. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Budapest on Omio.
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.
Day trip from Budapest to Esztergom by train
Day trip from Budapest to Vác by train
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: Luton 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 Luton to Budapest.
There are 2 options to travel between Luton and Budapest including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Luton to Budapest is a coach with an average price of £169.
This is compared to other travel options from Luton to Budapest:
A coach is £283 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Luton to Budapest costing on average £451.
The fastest way to travel from Luton to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 3m.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Coach takes on average 34h 16m.
The Luton to Budapest distance is approximately 1477 km.
The average frequency per day from Luton to Budapest is:
- Around 69 flights per day.
- Around 9 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Luton and Budapest as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Luton to Budapest:
- Flights mostly depart from London Heathrow Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
- Coaches mostly depart from Luton, Dunstable Road (Challney) and arrive in Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Luton 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 KLM, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Condor Flugdienst, Qatar Airways, Ryanair, British Airways, Wizz Air, Sas Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Brussels Airlines, Swiss, Eurowings, TAP Portugal, Air Baltic, KLM Cityhopper, easyJet, Luxair, Indigo Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air France, Avion Express Malta, Malta Air, GetJet Airlines to go to Budapest by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Luton to Budapest:
- 11 direct flights per day with Ryanair, British Airways, Wizz Air, easyJet, Malta Air.
Omio customers who travel from Luton 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 Luton to Budapest, you can choose from several travel options including 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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