The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to St Pölten
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$87
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
266 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to St Pölten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to St Pölten will cost around $87 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 6 trains that leave Budapest for St Pölten on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 266 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 17 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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 140+
RJX 766
RJX 62+
IC 644
EC 140+
IC 642
EC 142+
RJX 566
RJX 62
EC 140+
RJX 766
EC 142+
RJX 566
RJX 62
RJX 62+
IC 644
EC 140+
IC 642Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Budapest to St Pölten
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to St Pölten among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 30m. 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 train costs an average of €19, and a flight costs an average of €119.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€65 Average price Cheapest | €246 Average price |
4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 28m Average total duration 7h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to St Pölten train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to St Pölten trains for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 140+ RJX 766 | 7:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 10:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 140+ IC 642 | 7:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 11:30 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62 | 8:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 11:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 62+ IC 644 | 8:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 12:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 142+ IC 646 | 9:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 1:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 142+ RJX 566 | 9:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 12:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 64 | 10:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 1:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 144+ RJX 168 | 11:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 2:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 144+ IC 740 | 11:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 3:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 66+ IC 742 | 12:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 4:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 66 | 12:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 3:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 146+ IC 744 | 1:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 5:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 146+ RJX 760 | 1:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 4:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 68 | 2:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 5:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 68+ IC 746 | 2:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 6:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 148+ RJX 762 | 3:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 6:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 148+ IC 748 | 3:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 7:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 264 | 4:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 7:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 264+ IC 840 | 4:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 8:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 340+ RJX 764 | 5:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 8:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 340+ IC 460 | 5:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 9:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 266 · RJX 768 | 6:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 9:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 266+ RJ 259 | 6:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h52 | 10:32 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 462 | 7:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h19 | 10:59 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 8:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 8h17 | 4:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 8:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 8h33 | 5:13 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 8:40 PM Budapest Keleti | 8h33 | 5:13 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to St Pölten
Trains from Budapest to St Pölten run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 00:03 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Regiojet from Budapest to St Pölten trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Regiojet trains will get you between Budapest and St Pölten from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Regiojet
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Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Budapest to St Pölten
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to St Pölten 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 St Pölten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to St Pölten
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant La Dolce Vita
- Gasthaus Figl
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Metropol
- Cityhotel D&C
- Hotel Graf
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Vienna, Linz, Salzburg
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains
- Long-distance trains
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