The cheapest and fastest trains from Lienz to Budapest
Cheapest price
$66
Average price
$130
Fastest journey
8 h 53 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
480 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lienz to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lienz to Budapest will cost around $130 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
It's difficult to get from Lienz to Budapest without transferring at least 2 times.
S 1+
RJ 19132+
RJX 165
S 1+
RJ 736+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
S 1+
RJ 736+
EC 149
S 1+
RJ 736+
EC 149
S 1+
EC 112+
RJX 767+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
S 1+
RJ 19132+
RJX 165
S 1+
RJ 736+
EC 149
S 1+
RJ 132+
RJX 67
S 1+
RJ 536+
RJX 65
S 1+
ICE 114+
RJX 161+
EC 147Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Lienz to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lienz 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 8h 26m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €46, and a flight costs an average of €214.
Distance: 298 miles (480 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
€70 Average price Cheapest | €494 Average price |
8h 56m Average total duration Fastest 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 31m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.9kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lienz to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Lienz to Budapest trains for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:34 PM Lienz | 8h45 | 10:19 PM Budapest | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, November 7 | |||||
S 1+ ICE 114+ IC 645+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:24 AM Lienz | 11h34 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
S 1 · S 1+ RJ 536+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:24 AM Lienz | 11h34 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
S 1+ ICE 114+ RJX 161+ EC 147 | 7:24 AM Lienz | 8h55 | 4:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
S 1+ ICE 114+ RJX 161+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:24 AM Lienz | 11h34 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
S 1+ ICE 114+ RJX 161+ EC 147 | 7:26 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 8h53 | 4:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 3 transfers | |
S 1+ RJ 536+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:24 AM Lienz | 10h34 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
S 1+ RJ 536+ RJX 65 | 8:24 AM Lienz | 8h55 | 5:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
S 1+ RJ 536+ RJX 65 | 8:26 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 8h53 | 5:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
S 1+ EC 112+ RJX 767+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:24 AM Lienz | 9h34 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3 transfers | |
S 1+ RJ 736+ EC 149 | 9:24 AM Lienz | 8h55 | 6:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
S 1+ RJ 736+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:24 AM Lienz | 9h34 | 6:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 transfers | |
S 1+ RJ 736+ EC 149 | 9:26 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 8h53 | 6:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
S 1+ RJ 132+ RJX 67 | 10:24 AM Lienz | 8h55 | 7:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
S 1+ RJ 132+ RJX 67 | 10:26 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 8h53 | 7:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
S 1+ RJ 19132+ RJX 165 | 11:26 AM Lienz-Peggetz | 8h53 | 8:19 PM Budapest Keleti | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lienz to Budapest
Distance 298 miles (480 km) |
Average train duration 8h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€46) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 8h 38m |
First train 01:25 |
Last train 23:35 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Lienz to Budapest start from as low as $57 (€46) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $86 (€70) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Lienz to Budapest trainsÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Lienz and Budapest from $57 (€46). 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 Lienz to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lienz 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lienz to Budapest
- 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
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