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Taking the train from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles in 17 hours 57 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 22 hours 1 minute to travel the 723 miles (1164 km) from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles by train, although you can get there in as little as 17 hours 57 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 11 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 3 changes along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Marseille St-Charles? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Budapest to Marseille St-Charles by train

First train

03:17

Last train

20:55

Departure station

Budapest

Arrival station

Marseille St-Charles

Journey time

From 17h 57m

Distance

723 miles (1164 km)

Frequency

11 trains per day

Changes

3 changes

Train and bus operators

Flixbus

FAQs about the train journey from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles

Want to know more about your journey from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Marseille St-Charles from Budapest?

To travel to Marseille St-Charles from Budapest, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 22 hours and 1 minute, though the fastest trains can take 17 hours and 57 minutes. Alternatively, you can also take the bus from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles?

Trains from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles take an average of 22 hours and 1 minute, although on the fastest services it can take just 17 hours and 57 minutes. You'll usually find 11 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Budapest and Marseille St-Charles by train?

The quickest journey time between Budapest and Marseille St-Charles by train is 17 hours and 57 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles?

No, there are no direct trains running from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles, you’ll usually need to make at least 3 changes during the journey.

Budapest to Marseille St-Charles train times

Check out the next trains departing from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles for Tuesday 4th February 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
02:1720:4618h 29m, 4 changes
04:5522:5217h 57m, 5 changes
05:5509:0327h 8m, 6 changes
09:5509:0423h 9m, 5 changes
10:5511:2424h 29m, 6 changes
10:5811:2424h 26m, 7 changes
11:5511:2423h 29m, 8 changes
14:5512:2421h 29m, 3 changes
17:5514:0620h 11m, 3 changes
19:5516:3820h 43m, 4 changes

Cheap train tickets from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles

Book in advance

Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Budapest to Marseille St-Charles by booking early.§

Be flexible with your travel times

Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.

Choose a slower or connecting train

On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!

Look out for special deals

Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

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