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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on 07 Oct
£8
Average ticket price on 07 Oct
£39
Fastest journey on 07 Oct
2 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 07 Oct
2 h 31 m
Trains on 07 Oct
57
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Vienna will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
On Wed 07 Oct, we found 57 trains from Budapest to Vienna, including 20 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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.
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)
RJX 266
EC 146
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna)
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague)
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague)
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)Trains from Budapest to Vienna run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 2h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Vienna trains for today, Tuesday 6 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 64 | 21:56 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h16 | 5:12 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 6 | 21:56 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h49 | 5:45 Vienna Airport | 4 changes | |
R 9318 · R 9468+ ER 62+ REX 63 | 21:56 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 7h49 | 5:45 Vienna Airport | 4 changes | |
R 4968+ ER 62 | 23:25 Budapest-Deli | 7h00 | 6:25 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
R 4968+ ER 62+ RJ 563 | 23:25 Budapest-Deli | 7h32 | 6:57 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
R 4968+ ER 62+ REX 64 | 23:25 Budapest-Deli | 7h17 | 6:42 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Wednesday 7 October | |||||
R 4910+ ER 62 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 4h15 | 7:25 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
R 4910+ ER 62 · RJX 769 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 4h47 | 7:57 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
R 4910 · R 9420+ REX 62+ IC 1249 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 4h17 | 7:27 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
R 4910+ ER 62+ REX 63 · REX 7 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 5h05 | 8:15 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
R 4910 · R 9420+ REX 62 · REX 63 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 4h35 | 7:45 Vienna Airport | 4 changes | |
R 4910 · R 9420+ REX 62 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 3h44 | 6:54 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 342+ RJ 655 | 5:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 8:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 342 | 5:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 8:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 342+ REX 63 · REX 62 | 5:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h42 | 9:12 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 342+ REX 62 · REX 7 · REX 63 | 5:30 Budapest Keleti | 4h15 | 9:45 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
RJX19912 | 6:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h48 | 9:18 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19912 · RJX19979 | 6:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 9:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 60 | 7:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 10:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 60+ RJ 657 | 7:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 10:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJ 1032 (Budapest -> Prague) | 7:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h34 | 10:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 140+ RJX19981 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 11:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 140 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 11:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 140+ ER 62+ REX 7 · REX 63 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h45 | 12:15 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
EC 140+ ER 62+ REX 63 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h12 | 11:42 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 62+ RJ 659 | 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 12:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 62 | 9:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 12:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 142 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 13:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 142+ RJX19983 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 13:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 142+ REX 63 · REX 62 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h12 | 13:42 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 64+ RJ 551 | 11:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 14:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 64 | 11:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 14:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1034 (Budapest -> Prague) | 11:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h34 | 14:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 144+ RJX19985 | 12:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 15:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 144 | 12:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 15:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 144+ Bus 2642+ REX 64 · REX 62 | 12:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h12 | 15:42 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 144+ Bus 2642+ REX 64 · REX 62 | 12:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h45 | 16:15 Vienna Airport | 4 changes | |
RJX 66 | 13:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 16:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 66+ RJ 113 | 13:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 16:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 146+ R 3416 | 14:20 Budapest Keleti | 3h00 | 17:20 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 146+ RJX13477 | 14:55 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3h02 | 17:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 146 | 14:55 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h25 | 17:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 14:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h34 | 17:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 68 | 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 18:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 68 · RJX19555 | 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 18:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 148+ RJX13479 | 16:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 19:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 148 | 16:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 19:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 148+ ER 62+ REX 63 | 16:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h12 | 19:42 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 148+ ER 62+ REX 7 · REX 63 | 16:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h45 | 20:15 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
RJX 264 · RJX19957 | 17:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 20:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 264 | 17:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 20:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna) | 17:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h29 | 20:27 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 340 | 18:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 21:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 340+ RJ 19757 | 18:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 21:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 340+ ER 62+ REX 63 | 18:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h12 | 21:42 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 266 · RJX19919 | 19:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 22:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 266 | 19:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 22:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 462 | 20:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 23:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 462+ REX 7 | 20:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h45 | 0:15 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Leading Austrian art museum with Klimt’s works, including The Kiss, inside the Baroque Upper Belvedere.
Contemporary art museum in the MuseumsQuartier, noted for post-war Austrian and international works.
Elegant central boulevard lined with museums, parks and monumental architecture; ideal for walking or tram views.
Large cultural quarter combining museums, courtyards, design shops and seasonal outdoor seating in former imperial stables.
Historic square by Stephansdom with shops, street life and easy access to Vienna’s old centre lanes.
Breaded veal cutlet fried until golden, traditionally served with potato salad. It is Vienna’s signature dish and a classic of local cookery.
Boiled beef in broth, usually served with horseradish, apple sauce and roast potatoes. A hallmark of old Viennese home and restaurant cooking.
Slow-cooked beef goulash with onions and paprika, often served with bread or dumplings. A long-standing favourite in Vienna’s taverns and beer halls.
Historic coffee house known for classic Viennese cakes, pastries and coffee in an elegant traditional setting.
Classic beer hall and restaurant serving goulash, schnitzel and Austrian beer in a lively, wood-panelled historic interior.
Traditional bakery and café famous for apple strudel and pastries, ideal for a casual stop in central Vienna.
Moderate for a Western European capital: hotels and dining are mid-to-high, but public transport is good value and many cafés and casual eateries are reasonably priced.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10%; round up in cafés and taxis for good service.
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Vienna Hbf -> Stephansplatz, Vienna
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Salzburg is known for Mozart, Baroque architecture and a striking setting between the Salzach and the Alps. Its compact Altstadt feels elegant and atmospheric, with church domes, fortress views and a strong café culture.
There are 59 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 252 km distance in 1h 39m.

Graz, the capital of Styria, is known for its well-preserved Old Town and contemporary architecture. Renaissance courtyards, the Schlossberg clock tower and a large student population give it an easy-going, creative feel.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 145 km distance in 2h 26m.

Linz blends an industrial heritage with a forward-looking cultural scene on the Danube. It is best known for Ars Electronica, while the Altstadt and Pöstlingberg give the city a more traditional character.
There are 46 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 155 km distance in 1h 15m.

St Pölten, capital of Lower Austria, combines a Baroque centre with modern civic architecture. One of Austria’s oldest cities, it feels compact, orderly and quietly cultural.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 27m.

Wiener Neustadt is a historic city in Lower Austria known for its medieval centre, cathedral and military academy. It feels both practical and lived-in, with an old town core and easy access to the landscapes south of Vienna.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 46 km distance in 30m.
All trains from Budapest to Vienna depart from Budapest Keleti and arrive at Vienna Hauptbahnof. All trains from Budapest to Vienna are direct and the first train from Budapest to Vienna departs at 08:40, and continues until just 11:40 when the final train departs Budapest. Budapest to Vienna trains are operated by Austrias national train companyÖBB.
Departure Time |
Departure Station |
Arrival Station |
Journey Time |
|---|---|---|---|
08:40 |
Budapest Keleti |
Vienna Hauptbahnof |
02:41 h |
09:40 |
Budapest Keleti |
Vienna Hauptbahnof |
02:41 h |
11:40 |
Budapest Keleti |
Vienna Hauptbahnof |
02:41 h |
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Vienna 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Vienna trains use the Budapest Keleti to Flughafen Wien station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Budapest and Vienna 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.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Wien Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling Bahnhof 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 Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
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