4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Vienna
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€9
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€45
Fastest journey on Sep 17
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
2 h 31 m
Trains on Sep 17
46
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Vienna will cost around €45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €9.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 46 trains from Budapest to Vienna, including 20 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)5:58 PM2h29Budapest-Kelenfoeld8:27 PMVienna Hbf€91One-way0 transfers- RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)2:58 PM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld5:32 PMVienna Hbf€121One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)11:58 AM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld2:32 PMVienna Hbf€161One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)7:58 AM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld10:32 AMVienna Hbf€161One-way0 transfers
EC 4628:30 PM2h50Budapest Keleti11:20 PMVienna Hbf€291One-way0 transfers
- EC 1462:55 PM2h25Budapest-Kelenfoeld5:20 PMVienna Hbf€531One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)5:58 PM2h29Budapest-Kelenfoeld8:27 PMVienna Hbf€91One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)11:58 AM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld2:32 PMVienna Hbf€161One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)7:58 AM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld10:32 AMVienna Hbf€161One-way0 transfers
- RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)2:58 PM2h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld5:32 PMVienna Hbf€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 7m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, while a flight costs an average of €343.
Distance: 214 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €20 Average price | €343 Average price | €67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 7m Average total duration Fastest 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration 2h 32m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
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 Vienna:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Budapest to Vienna costing on average €20.
A train is €326 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Vienna costing on average €343.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
Live departures
Budapest to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Vienna trains for today, Wednesday, September 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 462 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 11:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 462+ REX 7 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h45 | 12:15 AM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
 R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+REX 64 | 9:56 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h16 | 5:12 AM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| R 9318 · R 9468+ER 62+REX 6 | 9:56 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h49 | 5:45 AM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
| R 4968+ER 62 | 11:25 PM Budapest-Deli | 7h00 | 6:25 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 4968+ER 62+ RJ 563 | 11:25 PM Budapest-Deli | 7h32 | 6:57 AM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
| Thursday, September 17 | |||||
| R 4910+ER 62 | 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 4h15 | 7:25 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 4910+ER 62 · RJX 769 | 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 4h47 | 7:57 AM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
R 4910 · R 9420+ IC 1249+REX 62 | 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 4h17 | 7:27 AM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
| R 4910 · R 9420+REX 62 | 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 3h44 | 6:54 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 342+RJ 655 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 8:57 AM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| EC 342 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 8:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX19912 · RJX19979 | 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 9:57 AM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| RJX19912 | 6:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h48 | 9:18 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 60+RJ 657 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 10:57 AM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 60 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 10:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) | 7:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h34 | 10:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 140+RJX19981 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 11:57 AM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| EC 140 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 11:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 62 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 12:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 62+RJ 659 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 12:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| EC 142+RJX19983 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 1:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| EC 142 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 1:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 64+RJ 551 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 2:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 64 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 2:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) | 11:58 AM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h34 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 144 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 3:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 144+RJX19985 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 3:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 66+RJ 113 | 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 4:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 66 | 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 4:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 146+RJX13477+R 3416 | 2:20 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h37 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
| EC 146+R 3416 | 2:20 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h00 | 5:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EC 146 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h25 | 5:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 146+RJX13477 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3h02 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 2:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h34 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 6:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 68+RJ 555 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 6:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| EC 148+RJX13479 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| EC 148 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 7:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 264 | 5:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 8:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 264 · RJX19957 | 5:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 8:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna) | 5:58 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h29 | 8:27 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 340+RJ 757 | 6:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 9:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| EC 340 | 6:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 9:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJX 266 · RJX19919 | 7:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 10:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 266 | 7:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 10:20 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Budapest to Vienna
Hungary
Austria
Trains from Budapest to Vienna run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Regionalzug, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB from Budapest to Vienna trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Regionalzug, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB trains will get you between Budapest and Vienna from €7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Trains from Budapest to Vienna: Journey Details
All trains from Budapest to Vienna depart from Budapest Keleti and arrive at Vienna Hauptbahnof. All trains from Budapest to Vienna are direct and the first train from Budapest to Vienna departs at 08:40, and continues until just 11:40 when the final train departs Budapest. Budapest to Vienna trains are operated by Austrias national train company ÖBB.
Budapest to Vienna trains: Route Summary
- The Budapest to Vienna train usually takes just over 2 hours and a half to complete, with the fastest services taking only 2 hours and 41 minutes to reach Vienna.
- There are between 3 trains from Budapest to Vienna a day all departing before 12:00.
- All services for trains from Budapest to Vienna are provided by ÖBB.
- A seat reservation for trains from Budapest to Vienna is included in the ticket.
Budapest to Vienna Train Schedule
Departure Time |
Departure Station |
Arrival Station |
Journey Time |
|---|---|---|---|
08:40 |
Budapest Keleti |
Vienna Hauptbahnof |
02:41 h |
09:40 |
Budapest Keleti |
Vienna Hauptbahnof |
02:41 h |
11:40 |
Budapest Keleti |
Vienna Hauptbahnof |
02:41 h |
FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Vienna 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 Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Vienna
Most Budapest to Vienna trains use the Budapest Keleti to Flughafen Wien station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Budapest station do trains to Vienna leave from?
Getting to Budapest Keleti from Budapest city centre
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest Keleti train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Getting to Budapest-Kelenföld from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Kelenföld train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Getting to Budapest-Déli from Budapest city centre
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest-Déli train station facilities and services
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 and drink
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
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
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 and lost property
Luggage storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Which Vienna station do trains from Budapest arrive at?
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Getting to Flughafen Wien from Vienna city centre
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien train station facilities and services
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Getting to Wien Meidling Bahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Meidling Bahnhof 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
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