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Trip Overview

The average train between Budapest and CERN takes 26h 4m and the fastest train takes 26h 3m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Budapest to CERN. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

26h 4m
Duration
1,303 km
Distance
€298
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Budapest to CERN train times

Trains run twice a week between Budapest and CERN. The earliest departure is at 6:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 6:55 AM which arrives into CERN at 8:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Sargans and take an average of 26h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    RailjetRailjetSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports Publics Genevois26h 6m • 3 changes

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    RailjetRailjetSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)Transports Publics Genevois26h 3m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 1,303 km
  • Duration: 26h 4m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to CERN via Sargans, Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, Genève, Genève, gare Cornavin, and Meyrin, CERN in around 15h 42m.

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