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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest
Cheapest price
€53
Average price
€53
Fastest journey
3 h 29 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
216 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest will cost around €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €53.
Of the 1 trains that leave Vienna Westbahnhof for Budapest 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 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 29 m .
On Mon, Aug 03 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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 1418:00 AM3h29Vienna Westbahnhof11:29 AMBudapest Keleti€531One-way0 transfers
- EC 1418:00 AM3h29Vienna Westbahnhof11:29 AMBudapest Keleti€531One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest 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 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a flight costs an average of €111.
Distance: 216 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€49 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €228 Average price |
3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest 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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| EC 141 | 8:00 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 3h29 | 11:29 AM Budapest Keleti | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest
Austria
Hungary
Trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. 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 06:00, the last at 11:53. The fastest train covers the 216 km distance in 3h 2m.
Distance 216 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 2m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 11:53 AM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Railjet from Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Vienna Westbahnhof and Budapest 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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FAQs: Trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna Westbahnhof 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 Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest
Most Vienna Westbahnhof to Budapest trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Budapest Keleti station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest-Kelenföld. Use this guide to compare Vienna Westbahnhof and Budapest train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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