The cheapest and fastest trains from Luxembourg to Budapest
- Cheapest price on Nov 15
- €191
- Average ticket price on Nov 15
- €224
- Fastest journey on Nov 15
- 14 h 41 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 15
- 16 h 23 m
- Trains on Nov 15
- 3
- Distance
- 977 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Luxembourg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Luxembourg to Budapest will cost around €224 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €191.
It's difficult to get from Luxembourg to Budapest without transferring at least 3 times.
5113 · 4106 · ICE 517 · RJX 2619:33 AM 14h56 Luxembourg station 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti €191 1 One-way 3 transfers
5113 · 4106 · ICE 517 · RJX 2619:33 AM 14h41 Luxembourg station 12:14 AM Budapest-Deli €191 1 One-way 4 transfers
5117 · 4110 · ICE 519 · RJX 1348311:33 AM 19h31 Luxembourg station 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli €290 1 One-way 7 transfers
5113 · 4106 · ICE 517 · RJX 2619:33 AM 14h41 Luxembourg station 12:14 AM Budapest-Deli €191 1 One-way 4 transfers
5113 · 4106 · ICE 517 · RJX 2619:33 AM 14h56 Luxembourg station 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti €191 1 One-way 3 transfers
5117 · 4110 · ICE 519 · RJX 1348311:33 AM 19h31 Luxembourg station 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli €290 1 One-way 7 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Luxembourg to Budapest
Trains from Luxembourg to Budapest run on average 3 times per day, taking around 13h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €50 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 977 km distance in 11h 58m.
Distance 977 km |
Average train duration 13h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €50 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 11h 58m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Live departures
Luxembourg to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Luxembourg to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Sunday, November 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5113 · 4106 · ICE 517 · RJX 261 | On time 9:33 AM Luxembourg station | 14h56 | 12:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
5113 · 4106 · ICE 517 · RJX 261 | 9:33 AM Luxembourg station | 14h41 | 12:14 AM Budapest-Deli | 4 transfers | |
5117 · 4110 · ICE 519 · RJX 13483 | 11:33 AM Luxembourg station | 19h31 | 7:04 AM Budapest-Deli | 7 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Luxembourg and Budapest
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Trains from Luxembourg to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Luxembourg 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 Luxembourg to Budapest
Most Luxembourg to Budapest trains use the Luxembourg to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Déli. Use this guide to compare Luxembourg and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Luxembourg station do trains to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Luxembourg from Luxembourg city centre
Luxembourg is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg train station facilities and services
Luxembourg 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: Brasserie Schuman, Vapiano Luxembourg Gare
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luxembourg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Luxembourg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luxembourg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luxembourg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton, Park Inn by Radisson Luxembourg City.
Getting to Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) from Luxembourg city centre
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) is 1 km from Luxembourg city centre. Public transport options include:
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) train station facilities and services
Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13) has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luxembourg, Gare Centrale (quai 13).
Getting to Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg from Luxembourg city centre
Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg train station facilities and services
Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pfaffenthal-Kirchberg.
Which Budapest station do trains from Luxembourg 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.
Most popular train connections from Luxembourg
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