The average train between Budapest and London takes 23h 50m and the fastest train takes 21h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Budapest to London. 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 London. 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 London at 7:00 PM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 23h 50m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Budapest to London? 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 London. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at London station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 50m.
Budapest to London train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to London train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.
Book your Budapest to London train tickets online with Railjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 3 other operators.
The distance between Budapest and London is 1,449.2 km. The road distance is 1,744 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to London St Pancras Intl via Wien Hbf, Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Frankfurt, Bruxelles Midi, and Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 16h 51m.