The cheapest and fastest trains from Semmering to Budapest
Cheapest price
£68
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
4 h 32 m
Average duration
4 h 32 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
241 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Semmering to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Semmering to Budapest will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £68.
Of the 1 trains that leave Semmering for Budapest every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 241 km distance in an average of 4 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 32 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Semmering to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Semmering to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £68. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 45m. 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 £68, and a flight costs an average of £192.
Distance: 241 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|
£68 Average Price Cheapest | £223 Average Price |
4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration Fastest 45m 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
Semmering to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Semmering to Budapest trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:14 Semmering | 5h30 | 15:44 Budapest | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Semmering to Budapest
Trains from Semmering to Budapest run on average 7 times per day, taking around 4h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £68 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 241 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 241 km |
Average train duration 4h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £68 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regiojet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet from Semmering to Budapest trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regiojet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Semmering and Budapest from £68. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Regiojet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Regionalzug
FAQs: Semmering to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Semmering 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 Semmering and Budapest
- 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
- 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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