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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Salzburg
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €44
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €89
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 5 h 23 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 5 h 45 m
- Trains on 12 Nov
- 5
- Distance
- 450 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Salzburg will cost around €89 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only €44.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 5 trains from Budapest to Salzburg, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 450 km distance in an average of 5 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
EC 342+
IC 5465:30 AM 6h19 Budapest Keleti 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf €44 1 One-way 1 change
RJX 60+IC 6407:30 AM 6h19 Budapest Keleti 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf €63 1 One-way 1 change- RJX 60
7:30 AM 5h23 Budapest Keleti 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf €113 1 One-way 0 changes - RJX 162
6:30 AM 5h23 Budapest Keleti 11:53 AM Salzburg Hbf €113 1 One-way 0 changes - EC 342+RJX19962
5:30 AM 5h23 Budapest Keleti 10:53 AM Salzburg Hbf €113 1 One-way 1 change
- RJX 60
7:30 AM 5h23 Budapest Keleti 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf €113 1 One-way 0 changes - RJX 162
6:30 AM 5h23 Budapest Keleti 11:53 AM Salzburg Hbf €113 1 One-way 0 changes - EC 342+RJX19962
5:30 AM 5h23 Budapest Keleti 10:53 AM Salzburg Hbf €113 1 One-way 1 change - EC 342+IC 546
5:30 AM 6h19 Budapest Keleti 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf €44 1 One-way 1 change - RJX 60+IC 640
7:30 AM 6h19 Budapest Keleti 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf €63 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Salzburg
Hungary
Austria
Trains from Budapest to Salzburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 450 km distance in 4h 49m.
Distance 450 km |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 49m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Live departures
Budapest to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Salzburg trains for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 342+IC 546 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| EC 342+RJX19962 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 10:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
| RJX 162 | 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 11:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX 60 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX 60+IC 640 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change |
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Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Budapest and Salzburg
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FAQs: Budapest to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Salzburg by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Salzburg
Most Budapest to Salzburg trains use the Budapest Keleti to Salzburg Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Salzburg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Salzburg leave from?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
Budapest Keleti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
Budapest-Kelenföld has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
Budapest-Déli has practical services for this route, including Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Déli Terasz Söröző, Ibrahim török büfé, Vagon Etterem, Fornetti, Trio pizza, Turkish Döner KEBAB, Déli Mosoly, Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi, Club D One, Lokomotív Falatozó
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35. Information desks are located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Which Salzburg station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
Getting to Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt train station facilities and services
Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schloss Mönchstein, Hotel Villa Carlton, Hotel & Villa Auersperg.
Getting to Salzburg Sam from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Sam is 2 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Sam train station facilities and services
Salzburg Sam has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Hotel.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Salzburg Sam.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Salzburg Sam.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Sam: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Sam.
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