The average train between Budapest and Brighton takes 26h 39m and the fastest train takes 24h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest to Brighton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Budapest and Brighton. The earliest departure is at 8:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 8:55 PM which arrives into Brighton at 8:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 26h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Brighton? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Brighton. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Brighton station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 39m.
Budapest to Brighton train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Brighton train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Brighton station.
Book your Budapest to Brighton train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Budapest and Brighton is 1,438.3 km. The road distance is 1,830 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Brighton via Wien Hbf, Frankfurt, Bruxelles Midi, Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, and London St Pancras Intl in around 18h 28m.