The average train between Folkestone and Budapest takes 27h 4m and the fastest train takes 26h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Folkestone 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 Folkestone and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 5:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Folkestone is at 12:58 PM which arrives into Budapest at 5:02 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 27h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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28h 3m • 5 changesWant to know about travelling from Folkestone 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 Folkestone to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Folkestone station and arriving at Budapest station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 4m.
Folkestone to Budapest train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.
Folkestone to Budapest train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Book your Folkestone to Budapest train tickets online with Southeastern, Eurostar and 4 other operators.
The distance between Folkestone and Budapest is 1,352.2 km. The road distance is 2,092 km.
You can take a train from Folkestone Central to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris Est, Stuttgart Hbf, St.Poelten Hbf, and Wien Hbf in around 18h 51m.