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Lehár Villa
Composer’s summer house where operettas were created. The preserved rooms offer an intimate look at Franz Lehár’s life and work.
IC 1118+
R 9420 · R 4910+
EC 1218
EC 140+
IC 642+
R 70
ER 62+
IC 544+
R 70 · R 4910
R 4910 · R 9420+
RJX19950+
IC 1118
RJX 60+
IC 640+
REX 70
EC 342+
IC 546+
REX 70
RJX 60+
IC 640+
REX 70
RJX 62+
IC 644+
REX 70
EC 140+
IC 642+
R 70
RJX19912+
S 2+
R 70Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Bad Ischl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £57. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, and a flight costs an average of £139.
Distance: 407 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£63 Average Price | £321 Average Price | £57 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 35m Average total duration 10h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Bad Ischl trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 1218+ IC 1118+ R 4910 · R 9420 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 7h17 | 10:27 Bad Ischl | 4 changes | |
IC 544+ ER 62+ R 70 · R 4910 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 7h55 | 11:05 Bad Ischl | 3 changes | |
R 4910 · R 9420+ IC 1118+ RJX19950 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 7h17 | 10:27 Bad Ischl | 4 changes | |
EC 342+ IC 546+ REX 70 | 5:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h33 | 12:03 Bad Ischl | 2 changes | |
RJX19912+ R 70+ S 2 | 6:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h35 | 13:05 Bad Ischl | 2 changes | |
RJX 60+ IC 640+ REX 70 | 7:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h33 | 14:03 Bad Ischl | 2 changes | |
EC 140+ IC 642+ R 70 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h35 | 15:05 Bad Ischl | 2 changes | |
RJX 62+ IC 644+ REX 70 | 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 6h33 | 16:03 Bad Ischl | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Budapest to Bad Ischl run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:40, the last at 23:32. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 6h 23m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 23m |
First train 4:40 |
Last train 23:32 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Bad Ischl — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bad Ischl trip today.
Composer’s summer house where operettas were created. The preserved rooms offer an intimate look at Franz Lehár’s life and work.
Museum in the former imperial stables presenting regional history, local culture and the town’s development as a spa destination.
Seasonal exhibition venue in the imperial park showing changing displays connected with local history, art and the town’s cultural life.
Wooded hill and walking area with viewing points and quiet paths. Good for a short hike close to the centre and river.
Riverside promenade ideal for a relaxed walk, with views of historic buildings, bridges and the Traun at the heart of Bad Ischl.
Popular panoramic hill above town with walking routes and broad views. A rewarding local favourite for an easy nature escape.
A rich, layered chocolate sponge cake with apricot jam and dark icing. Closely linked to the old Imperial Hotel and a classic treat in Bad Ischl.
A soft yeast pastry from the Salzkammergut, often filled with spiced plum jam. It is a regional festive bake strongly associated with local baking traditions.
Two buttery hazelnut biscuits sandwiched with chocolate. Named after Bad Ischl and one of Austria’s best-known regional biscuits.
Traditional Austrian inn known for regional dishes, hearty portions and a relaxed atmosphere near the River Traun.
Historic pastry shop and café famous for local cakes, coffee and classic Austrian confectionery in an elegant traditional setting.
Established restaurant serving Austrian and Salzkammergut specialities in a classic dining room with a polished but welcoming feel.
Moderate for Austria: dining and hotels are mid-priced, while local buses and everyday cafés are fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included; round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Bad Ischl 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 Bad Ischl, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Bad Ischl trains use the Budapest Keleti to Bad Ischl station pair. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Bad Ischl train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Budapest Keleti is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Rosenstein Restaurant, Huszar Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest Keleti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest Keleti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest Keleti: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest Keleti: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Hungaria City Center, Baross City Hotel, Royal Park Boutique Hotel.
Budapest-Kelenföld is 3 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Etele Plaza, KFC Etele Plaza
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Budapest-Kelenföld. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Kelenföld: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Griff, Hotel Ventura, Hotel Berlin.
Budapest-Déli is 1 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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
ATMs are aTM machines are located on the ground floor inside the main hall.
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 storage is located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Budapest-Déli: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest-Déli: There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
Nearby hotels include Mercure Budapest Castle Hill, Christina Residence Budapest, ibis Budapest Castle Hill.
Bad Ischl has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Konditorei Zauner, Restaurant Weinhaus Attwenger
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Bad Ischl. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Bad Ischl.
Available at Bad Ischl: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bad Ischl: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Ischl: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Goldenes Schiff, EurothermenResort Bad Ischl.
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