The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof 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 Westbahnhof will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
Of the 3 trains that leave Budapest for Vienna Westbahnhof on Mon, Aug 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 03 the direct trains cover the 216 km distance in an average of 3 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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.
EC 1408:30 AM3h30Budapest Keleti12:00 PMVienna Westbahnhof€531One-way0 transfers
RJX 62 · CJX 59:30 AM4h12Budapest Keleti1:42 PMVienna Westbahnhof€751One-way1 transfer
RJX 60 · CJX 57:30 AM4h12Budapest Keleti11:42 AMVienna Westbahnhof€751One-way1 transfer
EC 1408:30 AM3h30Budapest Keleti12:00 PMVienna Westbahnhof€531One-way0 transfers
RJX 62 · CJX 59:30 AM4h12Budapest Keleti1:42 PMVienna Westbahnhof€751One-way1 transfer
RJX 60 · CJX 57:30 AM4h12Budapest Keleti11:42 AMVienna Westbahnhof€751One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €117.
Distance: 216 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€47 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest | €279 Average price |
3h 45m Average total duration 3h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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RJX 60 · CJX 5 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h12 | 11:42 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
EC 140 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 3h30 | 12:00 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 62 · CJX 5 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 4h12 | 1:42 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof
Trains from Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:10, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 20m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 3h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 20m |
First train 2:10 AM |
Last train 6:40 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Vienna Westbahnhof from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof 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 Westbahnhof, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof
Most Budapest to Vienna Westbahnhof trains use the Budapest Keleti to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Vienna Westbahnhof train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Wien Westbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
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