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Museum of Fine Arts, Budapest
A major fine arts museum on Heroes’ Square with strong collections of Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and European art. It is a leading choice for art lovers visiting Budapest.
Cheapest price
$122
Average price
$129
Fastest journey
6 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h 39 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bad Ischl to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bad Ischl to Budapest will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $122.
It's difficult to get from Bad Ischl to Budapest without transferring at least 2 times.
RJX 63+
REX 70+
IC 641
R 70 · R 2+
RJX 186+
EC 147
R 2+
RJX19975+
EC 145+
REX 70
R 70 · R 2+
RJX 186+
EC 147
R 2+
RJX19975+
EC 145+
REX 70
RJX 63+
REX 70+
IC 641Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bad Ischl to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $192.
Distance: 252 miles (407 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$84 Average price Cheapest | $404 Average price | $135 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 46m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bad Ischl to Budapest:
A train is $320 (€262) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bad Ischl to Budapest costing on average $404 (€331).
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 45m.
Flight takes on average 6h 10m.
The journey is about 1m faster (5h 45m by train vs 5h 46m by car) and roughly $51 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($84 (€69) vs $135 (€111)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bad Ischl to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 145+ R 2+ REX 70+ RJX19975 | 8:56 AM Bad Ischl | 6h39 | 3:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
RJX 63+ IC 641+ REX 70 | 9:53 AM Bad Ischl | 6h42 | 4:35 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
RJX 186+ EC 147+ R 70 · R 2 | 10:53 AM Bad Ischl | 6h36 | 5:29 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Bad Ischl to Budapest run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:25, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 252 miles (407 km) distance in 6h 23m.
Distance 252 miles (407 km) |
Average train duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 23m |
First train 1:25 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
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Service may be included. If not, tip about 10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in taxis. Small tips are appreciated in bars, cafés, and by hotel staff.
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Budapest Keleti Railway Station, Budapest -> Deák Ferenc tér, Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bad Ischl to Budapest 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 Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bad Ischl to Budapest trains use the Bad Ischl to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Kelenföld. Use this guide to compare Bad Ischl and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bad Ischl has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Konditorei Zauner, Restaurant Weinhaus Attwenger
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bad Ischl. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bad Ischl.
Available at Bad Ischl: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bad Ischl: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Ischl: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Goldenes Schiff, EurothermenResort Bad Ischl.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Ferihegy is 15 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Ferihegy has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Ferihegy.
Available at Ferihegy: WC.
Available at Ferihegy: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ferihegy.
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