Salzburg to Budapest train with ÖBB

Fri, 24 Jan
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Cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Budapest

Showing times and prices for 24 Jan

Cheapest

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Cheapest
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 547
08:117h47
Salzburg Hbf
15:58Budapest-Kelenfoeld
£921One-way
1 change
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 549
09:116h47
Salzburg Hbf
15:58Budapest-Kelenfoeld
£961One-way
1 change
ÖBBRJX 763
08:077h51
Salzburg Hbf
15:58Budapest-Kelenfoeld
£961One-way
1 change
ÖBBRJX 861
09:076h51
Salzburg Hbf
15:58Budapest-Kelenfoeld
£961One-way
1 change
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 549
09:1110h47
Salzburg Hbf
19:58Budapest-Kelenfoeld
£1011One-way
1 change

Salzburg to Budapest train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday 24 January
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChangesTickets
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
RJX 763
ÖBBRJX 763
08:07 Salzburg Hbf5h12 13:19 Budapest Keleti1 change
ÖBB
RJX 763
ÖBBRJX 763
08:07 Salzburg Hbf7h51 15:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 change
ÖBB | Railjet
RJ 547
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 547
08:11 Salzburg Hbf7h47 15:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 change
ÖBB | Railjet
RJ 547
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 547
08:11 Salzburg Hbf5h51 14:02 Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 change
ÖBB | Railjet
RJ 547
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 547
08:11 Salzburg Hbf6h08 14:19 Budapest Keleti1 change
ÖBB
RJX 61
ÖBBRJX 61
09:07 Salzburg Hbf5h12 14:19 Budapest Keleti0 changesDirect
ÖBB
RJX 861
ÖBBRJX 861
09:07 Salzburg Hbf6h51 15:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 change
ÖBB | Railjet
RJ 549
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 549
09:11 Salzburg Hbf6h08 15:19 Budapest Keleti1 change
ÖBB | Railjet
RJ 549
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 549
09:11 Salzburg Hbf10h47 19:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 change
ÖBB | Railjet
RJ 549
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 549
09:11 Salzburg Hbf6h47 15:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld1 change
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
RJX 765
ÖBBRJX 765
10:07 Salzburg Hbf5h12 15:19 Budapest Keleti1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Salzburg to Budapest?

The best time to book your train from Salzburg to Budapest is days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Salzburg to Budapest route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Salzburg to Budapest per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Salzburg to Budapest.

Train times from Salzburg to Budapest

Showing times and prices for 24 Jan

Fastest Journey

5 h 12 m

Average

6 h 42 m

Trains per day

11

Distance

450 km

Of the 11 trains that leave Salzburg for Budapest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)RJX 765
10:075h12
Salzburg Hbf
15:19Budapest Keleti
£1111One-way
1 change
Fastest
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)RJX 763
08:075h12
Salzburg Hbf
13:19Budapest Keleti
£1101One-way
1 change
Fastest
ÖBBRJX 61
09:075h12
Salzburg Hbf
14:19Budapest Keleti
£1221One-way
0 changes
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 547
08:115h51
Salzburg Hbf
14:02Budapest-Kelenfoeld
£1261One-way
1 change
ÖBB | RailjetRJ 547
08:116h08
Salzburg Hbf
14:19Budapest Keleti
£1221One-way
1 change

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Salzburg to Budapest

Trains from Salzburg to Budapest run on average 10 times per day, taking around 6h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £22 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22
Distance
450 km
Average train duration
6h 58m
Cheapest ticket price
£35
Trains per day
10
Direct trains
1
Train providers
11
Fastest train
5h 12m
First train
04:01
Last train
21:07
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £22

Train providers: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) and ÖBB | Railjet trains Salzburg to Budapest

Travel to Budapest from Salzburg from £58 with Omio’s train partners ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) and ÖBB | Railjet! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most popular route for you.

ÖBB is the national railway company of Austria, providing a comprehensive network of services throughout the country including trains from Salzburg to Budapest. It operates a wide range of trains, including InterCity Express (ICE) trains, EuroCity (EC) trains, InterCity (IC) trains, and Regional Express (REX) trains. ICE trains are the fastest, offering the most comfortable and luxurious travel experience, while EC trains are slightly slower but still offer a comfortable journey. IC trains are the most common, providing a reliable and affordable service, and REX trains are the slowest but offer the most frequent stops. ÖBB offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for ÖBB include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz.

Train information from Salzburg to Budapest with ÖBB:

  • Average Duration: 5 h 12 min
  • Cheapest Price: £62

FAQs: Salzburg to Budapest train

FAQs: Travel by train from Salzburg to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Salzburg to Budapest.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Salzburg to Budapest can start from as little as £35 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Salzburg to Budapest is £84; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Salzburg to Budapest train travel time is 5 h 12 min   for the 279 mile long trip, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Salzburg to Budapest leaves at 04: 01. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Salzburg to Budapest leaves at 21: 07.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Salzburg to Budapest without having to change trains with ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet or Hungarian Railways (MÁV). There is 1 direct train from Salzburg to Budapest each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Yes, you can take a high-speed train from Salzburg to Budapest with ÖBB | Railjet or ÖBB | ICE. Overall you can travel with the following companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | REX or Hungarian Railways (MÁV).
For the route from Salzburg to Budapest you can take a train with ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | REX or Hungarian Railways (MÁV). Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services to Budapest from Salzburg on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Yes, you can take a night train from Salzburg to Budapest with EuroNight. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  

Passengers board the train most frequently from Salzburg Hbf, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Budapest Keleti, located 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Salzburg to Budapest is October.
You have options as you can travel to Budapest from Salzburg 2 different ways: train or coach.

Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Budapest

Salzburg
Budapest
The major train station for departures in Salzburg is Salzburg Hbf. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Salzburg Hbf for your trip from Salzburg to Budapest.
Salzburg HbfParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
Dining
Dining
  • Burger King
  • McDonald's
  • Café Wernbacher
  • Café Fingerlos
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hofwirt
  • Pension
  • Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich
  • Hotel am Mirabellplatz
The major train station for arrivals in Budapest is Budapest-Kelenföld. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Budapest-Kelenföld for your journey to Budapest from Salzburg.
Budapest-KelenföldParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWC
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Dining
Dining
  • Kot Kot & Röf Röf
  • Major vendéglő
  • Husi-Zoo
  • Rizi Bizi Kifőzde
Budapest KeletiWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
Dining
Dining
  • McDonald's
  • Burger King
  • Montenegroi Gurman
Hotel
Hotel
  • Novotel Budapest Centrum
  • Golden Park Hotel
  • Esprit Hotel
  • Karla Hotel
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