The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Semmering
Cheapest price
£78
Average price
£78
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 24 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
242 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Semmering is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Semmering will cost around £78 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £78.
To travel from Budapest to Semmering you need to make at least one change.
EC 142+
RJ 85810:305h09Budapest Keleti15:39Semmering Bahnhof£781One-way1 change
RJX 64+
RJ 85811:304h09Budapest Keleti15:39Semmering Bahnhof£781One-way1 change
RJX 62+
RJ 7509:304h09Budapest Keleti13:39Semmering Bahnhof£781One-way1 change
RJX 66+
RJ 85613:304h09Budapest Keleti17:39Semmering Bahnhof£781One-way1 change
RJX 64+
RJ 85811:304h09Budapest Keleti15:39Semmering Bahnhof£781One-way1 change
RJX 62+
RJ 7509:304h09Budapest Keleti13:39Semmering Bahnhof£781One-way1 change
RJX 66+
RJ 85613:304h09Budapest Keleti17:39Semmering Bahnhof£781One-way1 change
EC 142+
RJ 85810:305h09Budapest Keleti15:39Semmering Bahnhof£781One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Budapest to Semmering
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Semmering among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £124.
Distance: 242 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£51 Average Price Cheapest | £282 Average Price |
4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 46m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Semmering train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Semmering trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 14 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 62+ RJ 750 | 7:30 Budapest Keleti | 4h09 | 11:39 Semmering Bahnhof | 1 change | |
EC 142+ RJ 858 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 5h09 | 13:39 Semmering Bahnhof | 1 change | |
RJX 64+ RJ 858 | 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 4h09 | 13:39 Semmering Bahnhof | 1 change | |
RJX 66+ RJ 856 | 11:30 Budapest Keleti | 4h09 | 15:39 Semmering Bahnhof | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Semmering
Trains from Budapest to Semmering run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:32, the last at 22:47. The fastest train covers the 242 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 242 km |
Average train duration 3h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 1:32 |
Last train 22:47 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet, GySEV/Raaberbahn, RegioJet a.s. from Budapest to Semmering trainsÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | Railjet, GySEV/Raaberbahn, RegioJet a.s. trains will get you between Budapest and Semmering from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
RegioJet a.s.
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
GySEV/Raaberbahn
FAQs: Budapest to Semmering train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Semmering 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 Semmering, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Semmering
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Kerepesi út.
- Rosenstein Restaurant
- Huszar Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Hungaria City Center
- Baross City Hotel
- Royal Park Boutique Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platforms 7-13 for regional trains
- Hall 3: platforms 14-18 for suburban trains
- Metro: Line M2, Line M4
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 24
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Etele tér.
- Restaurant Etele Plaza
- KFC Etele Plaza
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Griff
- Hotel Ventura
- Hotel Berlin
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for international and domestic long-distance trains
- Hall 2: regional and suburban train platforms
- Hall 3: Metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M4
- Tram: Line 1, Line 19, Line 49
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall, approaching the entrance near the international checkout to the left.
- Déli Terasz Söröző
- Ibrahim török büfé
- Vagon Etterem
- Fornetti
- Trio pizza
- Turkish Döner KEBAB
- Déli Mosoly
- Balatonexpressz Étkezőkocsi
- Club D One
- Lokomotív Falatozó
- There are some accessible features including ramps and elevators.
- Mercure Budapest Castle Hill
- Christina Residence Budapest
- ibis Budapest Castle Hill
- Mon - Sun: 06:00-10:00, 10:20-14:00, 14:25- 17:35
- Located in the passenger hall of the train station, next to the international ticket offices.
- Metro lines: M2 (red)
- Tram lines: 17, 56, 56A, 59, 59A, 59B, 61
- Bus lines: 21, 21A, 39, 102, 139, 140, 140A, N960, N990
- Train lines: IC, IR, S (10, 12, 30, 34, 35, 40, 42), Z30
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €0.50
- Hotel Zauberberg
- Hotel Belvedere
- Grand Hotel Panhans
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access, ticket office, and waiting area
- Bus: Regional bus services available
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