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Take the train from Paris to Budapest in 12 hours 40 minutes
If you want to travel from Paris to Budapest by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Paris to Budapest by train to take around 14 hours 45 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 12 hours 40 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 10 trains per day running on this route, which spans 773 miles (1245 km). You’ll have to make 1 change along the way on your journey to Budapest.
Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices and we'll show you how much you can save. Tickets from Paris to Budapest start from £67.06 when you book in advance.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Paris to Budapest by train
It takes an average of 14h 45m to travel from Paris to Budapest by train, over a distance of around 773 miles (1245 km). There are normally 10 trains per day travelling from Paris to Budapest and tickets for this journey start from £67.06 when you book in advance.
FAQs about the train journey from Paris to Budapest
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Cheap train tickets from Paris to Budapest
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 Paris to Budapest 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.