The average train between Chester and Budapest takes 32h 36m and the fastest train takes 28h 30m. The train service runs several times per day from Chester to Budapest. 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 Chester and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 7:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chester is at 7:29 PM which arrives into Budapest at 9:16 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 32h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Chester to Budapest? 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 Chester to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Chester station and arriving at Budapest station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 36m.
Chester to Budapest train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Chester station.
Chester to Budapest train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Book your Chester to Budapest train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Eurostar and 5 other operators.
The distance between Chester and Budapest is 1,671.7 km. The road distance is 2,268 km.
You can take a train from Chester to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris Est, Stuttgart Hbf, Salzburg Hbf, and Wien Hbf in around 20h 4m.