4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Vienna
Cheapest price
31S$
Average price
82S$
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
42
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Vienna will cost around 82S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 31S$.
Of the 42 trains that leave Budapest for Vienna every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)5:58 PM2h29Budapest-Kelenfoeld8:27 PMVienna Hbf31 S$1One-way0 changes- RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)2:58 PM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld5:32 PMVienna Hbf41 S$1One-way0 changes
- RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)7:58 AM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld10:32 AMVienna Hbf41 S$1One-way0 changes
- RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)11:58 AM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld2:32 PMVienna Hbf44 S$1One-way0 changes
R 4910+
ER 62+
REX 643:10 AM4h32Budapest-Deli7:42 AMVienna Hbf49 S$1One-way2 changes
EC 1462:55 PM2h25Budapest-Kelenfoeld5:20 PMVienna Hbf84 S$1One-way0 changes- RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)5:58 PM2h29Budapest-Kelenfoeld8:27 PMVienna Hbf31 S$1One-way0 changes
- RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)2:58 PM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld5:32 PMVienna Hbf41 S$1One-way0 changes
- RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)11:58 AM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld2:32 PMVienna Hbf44 S$1One-way0 changes
- RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)7:58 AM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld10:32 AMVienna Hbf41 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 17S$. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 17S$, and a flight costs an average of 210S$.
Distance: 214 km
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43S$ Average Price | 36S$ Average Price Cheapest | 686S$ Average Price |
3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Budapest to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Vienna trains for today, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 342 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 8:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX19912 | 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h48 | 9:18 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX 60 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 10:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) | 7:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h34 | 10:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 140 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 11:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 140+RJX19981 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 11:57 AM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 62+ RJ 659 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 12:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| RJX 62 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 12:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 142 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 1:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 142+RJX19983 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 1:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| RJX 64+RJ 551 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 2:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| RJX 64 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 2:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) | 11:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h34 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 144 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 3:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 144+RJX19985 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 3:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| RJX 66+RJ 113 | 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 4:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| RJX 66 | 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 4:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| R 3416+EC 146 | 2:20 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h00 | 5:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
| R 3416+EC 146+RJX13477 | 2:20 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h37 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
| EC 146 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h25 | 5:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 146+RJX13477 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3h02 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h34 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 6:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJX 68+RJ 555 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 6:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| EC 148 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 7:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 148+RJX13479 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| RJX 264 · RJX19957 | 5:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 8:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| RJX 264 | 5:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 8:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna) | 5:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h29 | 8:27 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 340 | 6:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 9:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 340+RJ 757 | 6:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 9:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| RJX 266 · RJX19919 | 7:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 10:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
| RJX 266 | 7:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 10:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 462+ S 2 · S 7 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h41 | 12:11 AM Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
| EC 462 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 11:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| EC 462+CJX 9+S 7 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 4h11 | 12:41 AM Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
| Saturday, 15 August | |||||
R 4980+ER 62+ IC 1249+REX 63 | 1:25 AM Budapest-Deli | 6h02 | 7:27 AM Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
| R 4980+ER 62+REX 64 | 1:25 AM Budapest-Deli | 5h17 | 6:42 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
| R 4910+ER 62+IC 541+REX 64 | 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 5h17 | 8:27 AM Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
| R 4910+ER 62+REX 64 | 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 4h32 | 7:42 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Vienna
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Austria
Trains from Budapest to Vienna run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 14S$ if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price 14S$ |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Vienna trainsRegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Vienna from 14S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Budapest to Vienna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Vienna
Most Budapest to Vienna trains use the Budapest Keleti to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Vienna 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 Vienna station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Getting to Flughafen Wien from Vienna city centre
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien train station facilities and services
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Getting to Wien Meidling Bahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Meidling Bahnhof 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 Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
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