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Museum Niederösterreich
Contemporary art museum in the cultural district, known for changing exhibitions and strong architecture in Lower Austria's capital.
Cheapest price
$72
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
3 h 27 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
12
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 $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $72.
Of the 12 trains that leave Budapest for St Pölten on Thu, Aug 06, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 266 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 27 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 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.
RJX19912+
IC 548
EC 142+
RJX19916
EC 140+
RJX19976
RJX 62
RJX19912
EC 142+
RJX19916
EC 140+
RJX19976
RJX 62
RJX19912
RJX 60Trains 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 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 |
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 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to St Pölten trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX19912 | 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 9:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX19912+ IC 548 | 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 10:30 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 60+ IC 640 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 11:30 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 60 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 10:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 140+ IC 642 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 12:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 140+ RJX19976 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 11:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62+ IC 644 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 1:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 62 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 12:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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+ IC 648 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 3:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 64 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 2:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 · D 1122 | 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h44 | 5:14 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+ R 3416 | 2:20 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h37 | 5:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EC 146+ IC 744 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3h35 | 6:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 146+ RJX19970 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3h02 | 5:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 6:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 68+ IC 746 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 7:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 148+ IC 748 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 8:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 148+ RJX19972 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 7:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 264+ IC 840 | 5:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 9:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 264 · RJX 664 | 5:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 8:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 340+ IC 460 | 6:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 4h00 | 10:30 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
EC 340+ RJX 764 | 6:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 9:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 266 · RJX 768 | 7:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 10:57 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 266+ RJ 259 | 7:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 4h02 | 11:32 PM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Contemporary art museum in the cultural district, known for changing exhibitions and strong architecture in Lower Austria's capital.
City museum in a former Carmelite monastery, presenting archaeology, art, and local history in one of St. Pölten's top cultural sites.
State exhibition hall for major changing shows spanning art, history, and culture; one of the city's most important gallery venues.
The city's historic center combines churches, courtyards, and baroque streetscapes, making it the essential area for first-time visitors.
Main square framed by colorful baroque facades, shops, and civic buildings; the best starting point for discovering the old town.
Historic square by the cathedral with elegant buildings and a calm atmosphere; ideal for architecture and photos in the old center.
Apricot dumplings from nearby Wachau. Potato or quark dough wraps ripe apricots, then is coated in buttery crumbs; a beloved Lower Austrian seasonal dessert.
Crispy breaded veal or pork cutlet served with potato salad or parsley potatoes. A classic eaten across Lower Austria in inns and traditional restaurants.
Slow-cooked roast pork seasoned with caraway and garlic, usually served with dumplings or cabbage. A hearty tavern staple in Lower Austria.
Refined restaurant in the city center known for modern Austrian cuisine, seasonal ingredients, and an elegant atmosphere suited to a special dinner.
Established upscale venue near the city offering carefully prepared Austrian and international plates with polished service and a quieter setting.
Traditional Austrian inn atmosphere with classic regional dishes, schnitzel, and hearty mains. A dependable choice for local comfort food.
Moderate for Austria: hotels and dining are usually cheaper than Vienna, while local transit and everyday coffee remain reasonably priced for most visitors.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up for taxis and leave small change in cafes.
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St. Pölten Hbf -> Rathausplatz, 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.

Most Budapest to St Pölten trains use the Budapest Keleti to St.Pölten Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal). Use this guide to compare Budapest and St Pölten train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
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 storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
St.Pölten Hbf is 1 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
St.Pölten Hbf 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 La Dolce Vita, Gasthaus Figl
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St.Pölten Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St.Pölten Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St.Pölten Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St.Pölten Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St.Pölten Hbf: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropol, Cityhotel D&C, Hotel Graf.
St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal) is 1 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple food outlets available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal).
Available at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal): Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof is 1 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof.
ATMs are available at St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof.
Available at St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof: Parking, WC.
Available at St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof.
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