The average train between Watford and Budapest takes 26h 15m and the fastest train takes 25h 22m. The train service runs several times per day from Watford 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 Watford and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 5:52 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Watford is at 1:02 PM which arrives into Budapest at 5:02 PM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 26h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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27h • 5 changesWant to know about travelling from Watford 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 Watford to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Watford station and arriving at Budapest station via Paris Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 15m.
Watford to Budapest train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from London St Pancras Intl station.
Watford to Budapest train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Book your Watford to Budapest train tickets online with Caledonian Sleeper, Eurostar and 6 other operators.
The distance between Watford and Budapest is 1,470.5 km. The road distance is 2,009 km.
You can take a train from Watford Junction to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, Paris Est, Stuttgart Hbf, St.Poelten Hbf, and Wien Hbf in around 18h 25m.