The cheapest and fastest trains from Linz to Budapest
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£81
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 7 m
Trains per day
56
Distance
366 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Linz to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Linz to Budapest will cost around £81 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 56 trains that leave Linz for Budapest every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 366 km distance in an average of 4 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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.
RJX 161+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)13:176h46Linz Hbf20:03Budapest-Kelenfoeld£561One-way1 change
IC 645+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)13:326h31Linz Hbf20:03Budapest-Kelenfoeld£561One-way1 change
IC 643+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)12:327h31Linz Hbf20:03Budapest-Kelenfoeld£561One-way1 change
RJX 865+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)14:175h46Linz Hbf20:03Budapest-Kelenfoeld£561One-way1 change
IC 743+
EC 34117:325h03Linz Hbf22:35Budapest Keleti£591One-way1 change
RJX 265+
EC 1439:173h50Linz Hbf13:07Budapest-Kelenfoeld£841One-way1 change
EC 463+
EN 404675:104h09Linz Hbf9:19Budapest Keleti£1621One-way1 change
RJX 6514:174h12Linz Hbf18:29Budapest Keleti£841One-way0 changes
RJX 161+
EC 14713:174h12Linz Hbf17:29Budapest Keleti£841One-way1 change
RJX 26120:174h12Linz Hbf0:29Budapest Keleti£631One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Linz to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Linz to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a flight costs an average of £355.
Distance: 366 km
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£84 Average Price | £32 Average Price Cheapest | £355 Average Price |
5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Linz to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Linz to Budapest trains for today, Thursday 28 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 261+ IC 747 | 19:32 Linz Hbf | 4h57 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 261 | 20:17 Linz Hbf | 4h12 | 0:29 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 406+ EN 40457 | 21:45 Linz Hbf | 10h44 | 8:29 Budapest-Nyugati | 1 change | |
R 9919 · R 4929+ IC 406+ REX 6 | 21:45 Linz Hbf | 9h19 | 7:04 Budapest-Deli | 3 changes | |
R 9919 · R 4929+ RJX 663+ REX 6 | 22:17 Linz Hbf | 8h47 | 7:04 Budapest-Deli | 3 changes | |
EC 463 | 5:10 Linz Hbf | 4h19 | 9:29 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 463+ EN 40467 | 5:10 Linz Hbf | 4h09 | 9:19 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJ 256+ RJX 267 | 5:30 Linz Hbf | 5h05 | 10:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 769 · RJX 267 | 6:17 Linz Hbf | 4h18 | 10:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 769 · RJX 269 | 6:17 Linz Hbf | 5h50 | 12:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 769+ EC 141 | 6:17 Linz Hbf | 4h50 | 11:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 541+ EC 141 | 6:32 Linz Hbf | 4h57 | 11:29 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
IC 541+ EC 141 | 6:32 Linz Hbf | 4h35 | 11:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 541+ RJX 269 | 6:32 Linz Hbf | 5h35 | 12:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 761+ EC 141 | 7:17 Linz Hbf | 4h12 | 11:29 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 761 · RJX 269 | 7:17 Linz Hbf | 4h50 | 12:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 543+ RJX 269 | 7:32 Linz Hbf | 5h03 | 12:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
IC 543+ RJX 269 | 7:32 Linz Hbf | 4h35 | 12:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 269 | 8:17 Linz Hbf | 4h18 | 12:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 669 · RJX 61 | 8:17 Linz Hbf | 5h50 | 14:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 669+ EC 143 | 8:17 Linz Hbf | 4h50 | 13:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 669+ EC 145 | 8:17 Linz Hbf | 6h50 | 15:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 545+ EC 143+ R 3335 | 8:32 Linz Hbf | 5h13 | 13:45 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
IC 545+ EC 143 | 8:32 Linz Hbf | 4h35 | 13:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 545+ RJX 61 | 8:32 Linz Hbf | 5h35 | 14:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 545+ EC 143 | 8:32 Linz Hbf | 4h35 | 13:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 545+ EC 145 | 8:32 Linz Hbf | 6h35 | 15:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 265+ EC 143+ R 3335 | 9:17 Linz Hbf | 4h28 | 13:45 Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJX 265+ EC 143 | 9:17 Linz Hbf | 3h50 | 13:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 763+ EC 145 | 9:17 Linz Hbf | 5h50 | 15:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 763 · RJX 61 | 9:17 Linz Hbf | 4h50 | 14:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 547+ RJX 61 | 9:32 Linz Hbf | 5h03 | 14:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
IC 547+ RJX 61 | 9:32 Linz Hbf | 4h35 | 14:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 547+ EC 145 | 9:32 Linz Hbf | 5h35 | 15:07 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 61 | 10:17 Linz Hbf | 4h18 | 14:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 549+ EC 145 | 10:32 Linz Hbf | 5h03 | 15:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 765+ EC 145 | 11:17 Linz Hbf | 4h18 | 15:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
IC 641+ RJX 63 | 11:32 Linz Hbf | 5h03 | 16:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 63 | 12:17 Linz Hbf | 4h18 | 16:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 643+ EC 147 | 12:32 Linz Hbf | 4h57 | 17:29 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
IC 643+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:32 Linz Hbf | 7h31 | 20:03 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 161+ EC 147 | 13:17 Linz Hbf | 4h12 | 17:29 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 161+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 13:17 Linz Hbf | 6h46 | 20:03 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 645+ RJX 65 | 13:32 Linz Hbf | 4h57 | 18:29 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
IC 645+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 13:32 Linz Hbf | 6h31 | 20:03 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 65 | 14:17 Linz Hbf | 4h12 | 18:29 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 865+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 14:17 Linz Hbf | 5h46 | 20:03 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
IC 647+ EC 149 | 14:32 Linz Hbf | 4h57 | 19:29 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 767+ EC 149 | 15:17 Linz Hbf | 4h12 | 19:29 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
IC 649+ RJX 67 | 15:32 Linz Hbf | 5h03 | 20:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 67 | 16:17 Linz Hbf | 4h18 | 20:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 741+ RJX 165 | 16:32 Linz Hbf | 5h03 | 21:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 165 | 17:17 Linz Hbf | 4h18 | 21:35 Budapest Keleti | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 743+ EC 341 | 17:32 Linz Hbf | 5h03 | 22:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 869+ EC 341 | 18:17 Linz Hbf | 4h18 | 22:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
IC 745+ EC 343 | 18:32 Linz Hbf | 5h03 | 23:35 Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Linz to Budapest
Trains from Linz to Budapest run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £21 by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 366 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 366 km |
Average train duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:42 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | REX from Linz to Budapest trainsÖBB, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | REX trains will get you between Linz and Budapest from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Linz to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Linz 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
Important Stations and Airports in Linz and Budapest
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant Josef Linz
- Das Anton
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Schillerpark
- Austria Trend Hotel Schillerpark
- Park Inn by Radisson Linz
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 9-12
- Tram: Lines 1, 2, 3, 4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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