The average train between Peterborough and Budapest takes 26h 45m and the fastest train takes 25h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Peterborough 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 Peterborough and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 5:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Peterborough is at 1:19 PM which arrives into Budapest at 5:02 PM. All services require a transfer at London Kings Cross and take an average of 26h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Peterborough 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 Peterborough to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Peterborough station and arriving at Budapest station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 45m.
Peterborough to Budapest train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, depart from Peterborough station.
Peterborough to Budapest train services, operated by Grand Central Trains, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Book your Peterborough to Budapest train tickets online with Grand Central Trains, Eurostar and 7 other operators.
The distance between Peterborough and Budapest is 1,483 km. The road distance is 2,103 km.
You can take a train from Peterborough to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via London Kings Cross, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris Est, Stuttgart Hbf, Salzburg Hbf, and Wien Hbf in around 18h 36m.