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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Copenhagen to Budapest
Cheapest price
€160
Average price
€202
Fastest journey
21 h 8 m
Average duration
23 h 28 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
1012 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Copenhagen to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Copenhagen to Budapest will cost around €202 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €160.
It's difficult to get from Copenhagen to Budapest without transferring at least 3 times.
R 51257 · BUS 40955 · RJ 479 · RJ 2733:08 PM21h23Copenhagen Central Station12:31 PMBudapest-Nyugati€1601One-way3 transfers- ICL 50063 · Bus GROEN · ECE 1199 · ICE 5814:43 PM25h36Copenhagen Central Station6:19 PMBudapest-Deli€1901One-way5 transfers
- ICL 50063 · Bus GROEN · ECE 1199 · ICE 5814:43 PM25h46Copenhagen Central Station6:29 PMBudapest Keleti€1901One-way4 transfers
- IC 50859 · Bus GROEN · IC 5765 · 111873:23 PM21h08Copenhagen Central Station12:31 PMBudapest-Nyugati€2701One-way5 transfers
- IC 50859 · Bus GROEN · IC 5765 · 111873:23 PM21h08Copenhagen Central Station12:31 PMBudapest-Nyugati€2701One-way5 transfers
- R 51257 · BUS 40955 · RJ 479 · RJ 2733:08 PM21h23Copenhagen Central Station12:31 PMBudapest-Nyugati€1601One-way3 transfers
- ICL 50063 · Bus GROEN · ECE 1199 · ICE 5814:43 PM25h36Copenhagen Central Station6:19 PMBudapest-Deli€1901One-way5 transfers
- ICL 50063 · Bus GROEN · ECE 1199 · ICE 5814:43 PM25h46Copenhagen Central Station6:29 PMBudapest Keleti€1901One-way4 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from €63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. 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 bus costs an average of €63, and a train costs an average of €103.
Distance: 1012 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€215 Average price | €110 Average price | €102 Average price Cheapest |
19h 38m Average total duration 19h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 9m Average total duration 20h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.0 - 6.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.5kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Copenhagen to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Copenhagen to Budapest trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICL 50023 · IC 5755 · 11167 · RJ 177 | 6:02 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 25h32 | 7:34 AM Budapest-Deli | 6 transfers | |
| ECE 393 · RJ 177 · REX 7640 · R 9919 | On time 7:54 AM Copenhagen Central Station | 23h40 | 7:34 AM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
| ECE 397 · RJ 479 · RJ 273 | On time 1:54 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 22h37 | 12:31 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 2 transfers | |
| ICL 50063 · IC 5765 · 11187 · RJ 479 | 4:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 20h29 | 12:31 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 4 transfers | |
| Bus · RJ 479 · RJ 273 | 4:15 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 20h16 | 12:31 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 2 transfers | |
| ICL 50067 · ECE 1199 · RJ 387 · EC 279 | 5:02 PM Copenhagen Central Station | 25h29 | 6:31 PM Budapest-Nyugati | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Copenhagen to Budapest
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Trains from Copenhagen to Budapest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 19h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €103 but you can travel from only €26 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 23:44. The fastest train covers the 1012 km distance in 20h 40m.
Distance 1012 km |
Average train duration 19h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €103 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 20h 40m |
First train 12:08 AM |
Last train 11:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) from Copenhagen to Budapest trainsDeutsche Bahn, Danish Railways (DSB) trains will get you between Copenhagen and Budapest from €26. 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.
Danish Railways (DSB)
FAQs: Trains from Copenhagen to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Copenhagen 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
Popular train stations from Copenhagen to Budapest
Most Copenhagen to Budapest trains use the København Hovedb. to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Copenhagen and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Copenhagen station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to København Hovedb. from Copenhagen city centre
København Hovedb. train station facilities and services
København Hovedb. has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Frk. Barners Kælder, Tivoli Food Hall
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at København Hovedb.. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at København Hovedb.. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at København Hovedb.: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at København Hovedb.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at København Hovedb.: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Astoria, Copenhagen Plaza Hotel, Hotel Ansgar.
Getting to Dybboelsbro st from Copenhagen city centre
Dybboelsbro st is 1 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Dybboelsbro st train station facilities and services
Dybboelsbro st has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Dybboelsbro st: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Dybboelsbro st: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Dybboelsbro st.
Getting to Nordhavn St. from Copenhagen city centre
Nordhavn St. is 3 km from Copenhagen city centre. Public transport options include:
Nordhavn St. train station facilities and services
Nordhavn St. has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nordhavn St..
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nordhavn St..
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nordhavn St.: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nordhavn St.: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nordhavn St..
Which Budapest station do trains from Copenhagen 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 Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
Budapest-Kelenföld 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: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
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