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Cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Budapest

Showing times and prices for May 20

Cheapest

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.

Cheapest
ÖBB | Railjet
08:11AM8h47
Salzburg Hbf
04:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
781One-way
1 transfer
ÖBB | S-Bahn
08:34AM8h24
Salzburg Hbf
04:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
841One-way
2 transfers
ÖBB
09:07AM7h51
Salzburg Hbf
04:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
841One-way
1 transfer
ÖBB
08:07AM8h51
Salzburg Hbf
04:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
841One-way
1 transfer
ÖBB | Railjet
09:11AM7h47
Salzburg Hbf
04:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
841One-way
1 transfer

Salzburg to Budapest train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Monday, May 20
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
08:07AM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
01:19PMBudapest Keleti
1 transfer
ÖBB
08:07AM8h51
Salzburg Hbf
04:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
1 transfer
ÖBB | Railjet
08:11AM5h51
Salzburg Hbf
02:02PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
1 transfer
ÖBB | Railjet
08:11AM8h47
Salzburg Hbf
04:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
1 transfer
ÖBB | S-Bahn
08:34AM8h24
Salzburg Hbf
04:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
2 transfers
ÖBB
09:07AM7h51
Salzburg Hbf
04:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
1 transfer
ÖBB
09:07AM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
02:19PMBudapest Keleti
0 transfersDirect
ÖBB | Railjet
09:11AM5h51
Salzburg Hbf
03:02PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
1 transfer
ÖBB | Railjet
09:11AM7h47
Salzburg Hbf
04:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
1 transfer
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
10:07AM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
03:19PMBudapest Keleti
1 transfer
ÖBB
11:07AM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
04:19PMBudapest Keleti
0 transfersDirect
ÖBB | Railjet
11:11AM6h08
Salzburg Hbf
05:19PMBudapest Keleti
1 transfer
ÖBB
01:07PM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
06:19PMBudapest Keleti
0 transfersDirect
ÖBB
01:26PM6h53
Salzburg Hbf
08:19PMBudapest Keleti
1 transfer
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
02:07PM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
07:19PMBudapest Keleti
1 transfer
ÖBB
03:07PM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
08:19PMBudapest Keleti
0 transfersDirect
ÖBB
03:26PM6h53
Salzburg Hbf
10:19PMBudapest Keleti
1 transfer
ÖBB
04:07PM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
09:19PMBudapest Keleti
0 transfersDirect
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
05:07PM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
10:19PMBudapest Keleti
1 transfer
ÖBB
05:26PM5h53
Salzburg Hbf
11:19PMBudapest Keleti
1 transfer
ÖBB
05:34PM6h45
Salzburg Hbf
12:19AMBudapest Keleti
2 transfers
ÖBB
07:07PM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
12:19AMBudapest Keleti
0 transfersDirect
EuroNight
08:30PM10h59
Salzburg Hbf
07:29AMBudapest Keleti
3 transfers

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Fastest train times from Salzburg to Budapest

Showing times and prices for May 20

Fastest Journey

5 h 12 m

Average

6 h 28 m

Trains per day

23

Distance

450 km

Of the 23 trains that leave Salzburg for Budapest every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
10:07AM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
03:19PMBudapest Keleti
1201One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
05:07PM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
10:19PMBudapest Keleti
1201One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
ÖBB
03:07PM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
08:19PMBudapest Keleti
1201One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
08:07AM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
01:19PMBudapest Keleti
1201One-way
1 transfer
Fastest
ÖBB
09:07AM5h12
Salzburg Hbf
02:19PMBudapest Keleti
1201One-way
0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Salzburg to Budapest

distanceDistance450 km
durationAverage train duration5 h 12 min
priceAverage train ticket price€86 (€86)
frequencyTrain frequency9 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there is 1 direct train a day
carriersTrain providersÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | InterCity or RegioJet a. S.

Trains from Salzburg to Budapest cover the 450 km long route taking on average 5 h 12 min with our travel partners like ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | InterCity or RegioJet a. S. Normally, there are 9 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around €86, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as €65. Travellers depart most frequently from Salzburg Hbf and arrive in Budapest-Kelenfoeld.

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

Buy your official ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) and ÖBB | Railjet train tickets to Budapest from Salzburg from €40 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular journey.

ÖBB Railjet is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, offering fast and comfortable journeys between major cities. The Railjet trains are modern and spacious, with comfortable seating, air-conditioning, and power sockets. There are three types of Railjet trains: the Railjet Comfort, the Railjet Business, and the Railjet First Class. The Comfort class offers standard seating, while the Business class offers more spacious seating and complimentary drinks and snacks. The First Class offers the most luxurious experience, with extra-wide seats, complimentary meals, and access to a private lounge. The Railjet service operates on several popular routes, including Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. Tickets can be purchased online or at the station, and there are several types of tickets available, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. With its modern trains, comfortable seating, and convenient ticketing options, ÖBB Railjet is the perfect way to explore Austria.

ÖBB | Railjet from Salzburg to Budapest train information:

  • Average Duration: 6 h 8 min
  • Cheapest Price: €65
  • ÖBB | Railjet frequency: 8 a day

FAQs: Trains from Salzburg to Budapest

FAQs: Travel by train from Salzburg to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Salzburg to Budapest.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Budapest can start from as little as €65 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Salzburg to Budapest is €86; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Salzburg to Budapest train travel time is 5 h 12 min   for the 450 km long journey, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Salzburg to Budapest leaves at 07: 07. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Salzburg to Budapest leaves at 21: 07.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Salzburg to Budapest without having to change trains with ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) or ÖBB | Railjet. There is 1 direct train from Salzburg to Budapest each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, there's a high-speed train to Budapest. Take the fast train with ÖBB | Railjet from Salzburg to Budapest.
For the best Salzburg to Budapest train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | InterCity or RegioJet a. S. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services from Salzburg to Budapest to compare what amenities they may offer.
Yes, you can take a night train from Salzburg to Budapest with ÖBB Nightjet. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  

When departing from Salzburg, you have various train station options to start your route from including Salzburg Hbf, Salzburg, Hauptbahnhof (Südtiroler Platz) and Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt. When arriving in Budapest, you can end your route in train stations like Budapest-Kelenfoeld, Budapest Keleti and Budapest-Deli.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Salzburg Hbf, which is located around 1.1 miles (1.8 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Budapest-Kelenfoeld, located 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Salzburg to Budapest is June.
You have options as you can travel between Salzburg and Budapest 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Budapest

Salzburg
Budapest
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