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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salzburg to Budapest

Showing times and prices for Jun 15

Cheapest price

$114

Average price

$129

Fastest journey

5 h 12 m

Average duration

5 h 31 m

Trains per day

13

Distance

450 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Salzburg to Budapest will cost around $129 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $114.

Fast trains

Of the 13 trains that leave Salzburg for Budapest on Sun, Jun 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, Jun 15 the direct trains cover the 450 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 12 m .

On Sun, Jun 15 the slowest trains will take 6 h 8 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.

ÖBB | RailjetRJ 547+RegiojetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
08:11AM7h47
Salzburg Hbf
03:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
$1141One-way
1 transfer
ÖBBRJX 765+RegiojetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
10:07AM5h51
Salzburg Hbf
03:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
$1141One-way
1 transfer
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 549+RegiojetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
09:11AM6h47
Salzburg Hbf
03:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
$1141One-way
1 transfer
ÖBBRJX 763+RegiojetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
08:07AM7h51
Salzburg Hbf
03:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
$1141One-way
1 transfer
ÖBBRJX 861+RegiojetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
09:07AM6h51
Salzburg Hbf
03:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
$1141One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Salzburg to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg.

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Bus

€96

Average price

€49

Average price

Cheapest

6h 39m

Average duration

Fastest

6h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 23m

Average duration

7h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.4kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.1kg

CO2 emissions

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Salzburg to Budapest train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 15
Last updated at 8:32 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
obbRJX 265+obb_eurocityEC 1436:07 AM Salzburg Hbf
5h12
11:19 AM Budapest Keleti1 transfer
obbRJX 763+studentagencyconnect_regio_jetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)6:07 AM Salzburg Hbf
7h51
1:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 transfer
obb_railjetRJ 547+studentagencyconnect_regio_jetRJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)6:11 AM Salzburg Hbf
11h47
5:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 transfer
obb_railjetRJ 547+studentagencyconnect_regio_jetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)6:11 AM Salzburg Hbf
7h47
1:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 transfer
obb_railjetRJ 547+obbRJX 616:11 AM Salzburg Hbf
6h08
12:19 PM Budapest Keleti1 transfer
obbRJX 617:07 AM Salzburg Hbf
5h12
12:19 PM Budapest Keleti0 transfersDirect
obbRJX 861+studentagencyconnect_regio_jetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)7:07 AM Salzburg Hbf
6h51
1:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 transfer
obb_railjetRJ 549+obb_eurocityEC 1457:11 AM Salzburg Hbf
6h08
1:19 PM Budapest Keleti1 transfer
obb_railjetRJ 549+studentagencyconnect_regio_jetRJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)7:11 AM Salzburg Hbf
10h47
5:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 transfer
obb_railjetRJ 549+studentagencyconnect_regio_jetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)7:11 AM Salzburg Hbf
6h47
1:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 transfer
obbRJX 765+obb_eurocityEC 1458:07 AM Salzburg Hbf
5h12
1:19 PM Budapest Keleti1 transfer
obbRJX 765+studentagencyconnect_regio_jetRJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf
9h51
5:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 transfer
obbRJX 765+studentagencyconnect_regio_jetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)8:07 AM Salzburg Hbf
5h51
1:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 transfer

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Salzburg to Budapest?

The best time to book your train from Salzburg to Budapest is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Salzburg to Budapest route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Salzburg to Budapest per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Salzburg to Budapest.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Salzburg to Budapest

AustriaAustria
HungaryHungary
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Trains from Salzburg to Budapest run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€62) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $37 (€30)
Distance
279 miles (450 km)
Average train duration
6h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$76 (€62)
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
2
Fastest train
5h 12m
First train
00:02
Last train
23:42
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $37 (€30)

Train providers: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet and ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Salzburg to Budapest trains

Travel between Salzburg and Budapest from $26 (€21) with Omio’s train partners ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet and ÖBB | Euro City (EC)! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable route for you.

ÖBB is the national railway company of Austria, providing a comprehensive network of services throughout the country including trains to Budapest from Salzburg. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity Express (ICE) trains, EuroCity (EC) trains, InterCity (IC) trains, and Regional Express (REX) trains. ICE trains are the fastest, offering the most comfortable and luxurious travel experience, while EC trains are slightly slower but still offer a comfortable journey. IC trains are the most common, providing a reliable and affordable service, and REX trains are the slowest but offer the most frequent stops. ÖBB offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for ÖBB include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz.

Train information from Salzburg to Budapest with ÖBB:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 12 min
  • Cheapest Price: $49

Train tickets from Salzburg to Budapest: when to book to save $

Time Price Savings
1 week earlier 50 €
2 weeks earlier 45 €11%
3 weeks earlier 48 €4%
1 month before 49 €2%
2 months earlier 50 €0%
3 months earlier 45 €11%


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  • Buying your train ticket from Salzburg - Budapest 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 4% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
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  • By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 11%.
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Popular train stations from Salzburg to Budapest

Salzburg
Budapest
The major train station for departures in Salzburg is Salzburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salzburg Hbf for your trip from Salzburg to Budapest.
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Phone Number
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Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
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Distance to city center
1 km
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Number of platforms
11
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Imlauer
  • Stieglitz
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Europa Salzburg
  • Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
  • H+ Hotel Salzburg
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
  • Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
Public transit options for Salzburg Hbf
  • Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
  • S-Bahn: Line S3
  • Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
The major train station for arrivals in Budapest is Budapest-Kelenföld. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Budapest-Kelenföld for your journey to Budapest from Salzburg.
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
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Number of platforms
16
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Etele Plaza
  • KFC Etele Plaza
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • HUF 200
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Griff
  • Hotel Ventura
  • Hotel Berlin
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • 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
Public transit options for Budapest-Kelenföld
  • Metro: Line M4
  • Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
  • Bus: Several lines available
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
18
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
Dining
Dining
  • Rosenstein Restaurant
  • Huszar Restaurant
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • HUF 200
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Hungaria City Center
  • Baross City Hotel
  • Royal Park Boutique Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • 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
Public transit options for Budapest Keleti
  • Metro: Line M2, Line M4
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Tram: Line 24

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