The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Vienna
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£46
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Trains per day
47
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 £46 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £25.
Of the 47 trains that leave Budapest for Vienna every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 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 47 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 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)14:582h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld17:32Vienna Hbf£251One-way0 changes
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)14:582h27Budapest-Kelenfoeld17:25Wien Meidling£251One-way0 changes
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)14:452h40Budapest-Deli17:25Wien Meidling£251One-way0 changes
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)14:452h47Budapest-Deli17:32Vienna Hbf£251One-way0 changes
R 4968+
ER 6223:257h00Budapest-Deli6:25Vienna Hbf£281One-way1 change
EC 14614:552h25Budapest-Kelenfoeld17:20Vienna Hbf£481One-way0 changes
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)14:582h27Budapest-Kelenfoeld17:25Wien Meidling£251One-way0 changes
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)14:582h34Budapest-Kelenfoeld17:32Vienna Hbf£251One-way0 changes
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)14:452h40Budapest-Deli17:25Wien Meidling£251One-way0 changes
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague)14:452h47Budapest-Deli17:32Vienna Hbf£251One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. 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 coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £121.
Distance: 214 km
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Live departures
Budapest to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Vienna trains for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | |
R 3416+ EC 146+ RJX 867 | 14:20 Budapest Keleti | 3h37 | 17:57 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
R 3416+ EC 146 | 14:20 Budapest Keleti | 3h00 | 17:20 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 14:45 Budapest-Deli | 2h40 | 17:25 Wien Meidling | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 14:45 Budapest-Deli | 2h47 | 17:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 146 | 14:55 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h25 | 17:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 146+ RJX 867 | 14:55 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 3h02 | 17:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 14:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h34 | 17:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1036 (Budapest -> Prague) | 14:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2h27 | 17:25 Wien Meidling | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 68 | 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 18:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 68+ RJ 555 | 15:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 18:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 148 | 16:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 19:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 148+ RJX 869 | 16:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 19:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 264 | 17:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 20:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 264 · RJX 567 | 17:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 20:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJ 1068 (Budapest -> Vienna) | 17:45 Budapest-Deli | 2h42 | 20:27 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 757 | 18:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 21:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 266 · RJX 569 | 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+ S 2 · S 7 | 20:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h41 | 0:11 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
EC 462 | 20:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 23:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 25 May | |||||
R 4980+ ER 62+ IC 1249+ REX 64 | 1:25 Budapest-Deli | 6h02 | 7:27 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
R 4980+ ER 62+ REX 64 | 1:25 Budapest-Deli | 5h20 | 6:45 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 4910+ ER 62+ IC 541+ REX 64 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 5h17 | 8:27 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
R 4910+ ER 62+ REX 64 | 3:10 Budapest-Deli | 4h34 | 7:44 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 | |
RJX 162 | 6:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h48 | 9:18 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 162 · RJX 669 | 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 | |
EC 140 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 11:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 140+ RJX 861 | 8:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 11:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
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+ RJX 863 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 13:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 142 | 10:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 13:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 64 | 11:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 14:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 64+ RJ 551 | 11:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 14:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 144 | 12:30 Budapest Keleti | 2h50 | 15:20 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 144+ RJX 865 | 12:30 Budapest Keleti | 3h27 | 15:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Vienna
Trains from Budapest to Vienna run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 11 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 27m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:56 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Vienna trainsRegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Vienna from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
Trains from Budapest to Vienna: Journey Details
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.
Budapest to Vienna trains: Route Summary
- The Budapest to Vienna train usually takes just over 2 hours and a half to complete, with the fastest services taking only 2 hours and 41 minutes to reach Vienna.
- There are between 3 trains from Budapest to Vienna a day all departing before 12:00.
- All services for trains from Budapest to Vienna are provided by ÖBB.
- A seat reservation for trains from Budapest to Vienna is included in the ticket.
Budapest to Vienna Train Schedule
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 |
FAQs: Budapest to Vienna train
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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Vienna
- 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
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
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