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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$85
Fastest journey
6 h 9 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
466 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg will cost around $85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
Of the 1 trains that leave Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport for Salzburg on Fri, May 08, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct trains cover the 466 km distance in an average of 6 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 9 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest trains will take 6 h 9 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.
9:40 AM6h09Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport3:49 PMSalzburg$851One-way0 transfers
- 9:40 AM6h09Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport3:49 PMSalzburg$851One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $226.
Distance: 289 miles (466 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $61 Average price Cheapest | $417 Average price | $150 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 5h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 3m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg:
A bus is $19 (€15) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg costing on average $79 (€64).
A bus is $356 (€284) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg costing on average $417 (€333).
Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 3m.
Bus takes on average 7h 30m.
The journey is about 3m faster (5h 28m by train vs 5h 31m by car) and roughly $71 (€57) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($79 (€64) vs $150 (€120)). 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.
Live departures
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg trains for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:40 AM Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport | 6h09 | 3:49 PM Salzburg | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg
Hungary
Austria
Trains from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg run on average 16 times per day, taking around 5h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 (€40) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:40, the last at 09:40. The fastest train covers the 289 miles (466 km) distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 289 miles (466 km) |
Average train duration 5h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€40) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 7:40 AM |
Last train 9:40 AM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and Salzburg from $40 (€32). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport 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
Popular train stations from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport to Salzburg
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelBike Parking- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
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