The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to St Pölten
Cheapest price
$81
Average price
$81
Fastest journey
3 h 2 m
Average duration
3 h 19 m
Trains per day
18
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 $81 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $81.
Of the 18 trains that leave Budapest for St Pölten on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 266 km distance in an average of 3 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 2 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 27 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.
RJX 629:30 AM3h27Budapest Keleti12:57 PMSt.Pölten Hbf$811One-way0 transfers
RJX 661:30 PM3h27Budapest Keleti4:57 PMSt.Pölten Hbf$811One-way0 transfers
EC 144+
RJX 18712:30 PM3h27Budapest Keleti3:57 PMSt.Pölten Hbf$811One-way1 transfer
RJX199126:40 AM3h17Budapest Keleti9:57 AMSt.Pölten Hbf$811One-way0 transfers
RJX 607:30 AM3h27Budapest Keleti10:57 AMSt.Pölten Hbf$811One-way0 transfers
EC 146+
RJX199702:55 PM3h02Budapest-Kelenfoeld5:57 PMSt.Pölten Hbf$811One-way1 transfer
RJX199126:40 AM3h17Budapest Keleti9:57 AMSt.Pölten Hbf$811One-way0 transfers
EC 146+
D 185022:55 PM3h21Budapest-Kelenfoeld6:16 PMSt.Pölten Hbf$811One-way1 transfer
RJX 629:30 AM3h27Budapest Keleti12:57 PMSt.Pölten Hbf$811One-way0 transfers
RJX 661:30 PM3h27Budapest Keleti4:57 PMSt.Pölten Hbf$811One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, flight, and bus 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 bus with prices starting from $67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 34m. 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 bus costs an average of $67, and a flight costs an average of $159.
Distance: 165 miles (266 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$78 Average price | $74 Average price Cheapest | $379 Average price | $95 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 49m Average total duration 3h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to St Pölten:
A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to St Pölten costing on average $78 (€64).
A bus is $306 (€250) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to St Pölten costing on average $379 (€310).
Other travel options to St Pölten take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 19m.
Train takes on average 3h 30m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Budapest to St Pölten train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to St Pölten trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX19912+ IC 548 | 6:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h50 | 10:30 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX19912 | 6:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h17 | 9:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 60 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 10:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 60+ IC 640 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 11:30 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 140+ RJX19976 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 11:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 140+ IC 642 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 12:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 12:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 62+ IC 644 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 1:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 142+ IC 646 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 2:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 142+ RJX19916 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 1:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 64 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 2:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 64+ IC 648 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 3:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 144+ RJX 187 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 3:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 144+ IC 740 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 4:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 66+ IC 742 | 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 5:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 66 | 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 4:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 146+ RJX19970 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3h02 | 5:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 146+ D 18502 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3h21 | 6:16 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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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 $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 165 miles (266 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 165 miles (266 km) |
Average train duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), RegioJet a.s. from Budapest to St Pölten trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), RegioJet a.s. trains will get you between Budapest and St Pölten from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Railjet
RegioJet a.s.
ÖBB | Regionalzug
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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