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Esztergomi Vármúzeum
Castle museum on Castle Hill with palace interiors and archaeological displays illuminating Esztergom’s royal and church past.
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£11
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
2 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
2 h 31 m
Trains on 24 Sept
8
Distance
180 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Štúrovo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Štúrovo will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £11.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 8 trains from Vienna to Štúrovo, including 8 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 180 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 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 40 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 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest)
RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest)
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest)
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest)Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Štúrovo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, while a flight costs an average of £374.
Distance: 180 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £374 Average Price | £56 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 46m Average total duration 1h 46m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Štúrovo:
A train is £353 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Štúrovo costing on average £374.
Other travel options to Štúrovo take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 31m.
The journey is about 16m faster (2h 31m by train vs 2h 47m by car) and roughly £36 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£20 vs £56). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with RegioJet a.s..
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Štúrovo trains for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest) | 7:34 Vienna Hbf | 2h24 | 9:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1065 (Vienna -> Budapest) | 7:34 Vienna Hbf | 2h40 | 10:14 Budapest-Deli | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:27 Vienna Hbf | 2h31 | 12:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:27 Vienna Hbf | 2h47 | 13:14 Budapest-Deli | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 13:27 Vienna Hbf | 2h47 | 16:14 Budapest-Deli | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 13:27 Vienna Hbf | 2h31 | 15:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 17:27 Vienna Hbf | 2h47 | 20:14 Budapest-Deli | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 17:27 Vienna Hbf | 2h31 | 19:58 Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Vienna to Štúrovo run on average 13 times per day, taking around 2h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:02, the last at 23:02. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 2h 15m.
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 2h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 2h 15m |
First train 4:02 |
Last train 23:02 |
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Discover the best of Štúrovo — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Štúrovo trip today.
Castle museum on Castle Hill with palace interiors and archaeological displays illuminating Esztergom’s royal and church past.
Main museum in Esztergom with archaeology, local history and fine art collections that add context to the border region.
Christian museum with paintings, sculpture and sacred art in the Primate’s Palace, well worth seeing after the basilica.
Popular riverside promenade for walking, cycling and views towards the basilica and bridge, especially pleasant at sunset.
Bridge crossing route favoured by walkers for close-up river panoramas and a memorable border-crossing experience on foot.
Central square of Štúrovo with civic buildings, shops and a relaxed atmosphere that makes it a practical starting point.
A hearty potato dumpling dish topped with sheep’s cheese and bacon. It is one of Slovakia’s best-known comfort foods and common across the south too.
Potato dumplings mixed with sweet stewed cabbage, traditionally served as a simple rural meal in Slovak households.
A rich goulash-style soup with beef, paprika, potatoes and vegetables. It reflects strong Hungarian influence in this border region.
Casual pizzeria and restaurant with broad appeal, offering pizzas, pasta and familiar mains for families and groups.
Popular riverside-style restaurant known for Slovak and Hungarian dishes, grilled meats and a relaxed local atmosphere.
Established hotel restaurant serving regional and international dishes in a more polished setting near the thermal area.
Budget-friendly for Slovakia. Meals, local transport and casual stays are usually cheaper than in Bratislava and many nearby tourist towns.
Service may be included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is common. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés for good service.
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Štúrovo railway station -> Námestie slobody, Štúrovo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Štúrovo 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 Štúrovo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vienna to Štúrovo trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Štúrovo station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Štúrovo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Štúrovo is 2 km from Štúrovo city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Štúrovo has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Štúrovo.
Available at Štúrovo: Parking, WC.
Available at Štúrovo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Štúrovo.
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