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Göcseji Falumúzeum
Open-air ethnographic museum with relocated traditional buildings, showing village life and architecture from the Göcsej region.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£42
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£44
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
4 h 28 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
4 h 46 m
Trains on 23 Sept
2
Distance
156 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Zalaegerszeg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Zalaegerszeg will cost around £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £42.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 2 trains from Vienna to Zalaegerszeg, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 156 km distance in an average of 4 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 28 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 3 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.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Zalaegerszeg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 156 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£45 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Zalaegerszeg:
A coach is £30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Zalaegerszeg costing on average £45.
Other travel options to Zalaegerszeg take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 20m.
Tickets start at around £45 compared to roughly £51 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £6. The journey takes 4h 20m versus 2h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Zalaegerszeg trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 21:23 Vienna | 6h45 | 4:08 Zalaegerszeg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
![]() | 7:40 Vienna | 5h03 | 12:43 Zalaegerszeg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:40 Vienna | 4h28 | 13:08 Zalaegerszeg | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Vienna to Zalaegerszeg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 21:49. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 2h 54m.
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 54m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 21:49 |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Zalaegerszeg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zalaegerszeg trip today.
Open-air ethnographic museum with relocated traditional buildings, showing village life and architecture from the Göcsej region.
Modern visitor centre and museum focused on Cardinal Mindszenty’s life, faith and era, with contemporary exhibition design.
Regional museum presenting the history, archaeology and ethnography of Zala County, useful for understanding local culture.
Main civic square framed by important public buildings and churches, ideal for orientating yourself and enjoying the city centre atmosphere.
Traditional pedestrian shopping street in the centre, lined with services and public spaces, useful for a relaxed urban stroll.
Historic open-air museum area with village buildings, greenery and walking paths, offering one of the city’s most distinctive settings.
Göcseji dödölle is a rustic potato dumpling dish mixed with flour and topped with fried onion, a hallmark of the Göcsej region around Zalaegerszeg.
Göcseji prósza is a traditional baked potato cake from nearby villages, valued for its simple farmhouse roots and crisp, hearty texture.
Varjúleves is a rich local soup linked to Göcsej cooking, usually made with meat, vegetables and paprika for a robust countryside flavour.
Established restaurant serving Hungarian dishes and regional specialities in a polished yet relaxed setting in Zalaegerszeg.
Traditional inn-style venue known for hearty Hungarian cooking, generous portions and a casual local atmosphere.
Smart central restaurant offering Hungarian and international plates, suitable for a more refined meal without being formal.
Budget-friendly versus many European city breaks. Accommodation, dining and local transport are generally inexpensive for visitors.
Service may be included; if not, round up or leave 10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is common.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Zalaegerszeg 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 Zalaegerszeg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vienna to Zalaegerszeg trains use the Flughafen Wien to Zalaegerszeg station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Zalaegerszeg train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Zalaegerszeg has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Zalaegerszeg.
ATMs are available at Zalaegerszeg.
Available at Zalaegerszeg: Parking.
Available at Zalaegerszeg: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zalaegerszeg.
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