The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Hallstatt
Cheapest price
$85
Average price
$133
Fastest journey
6 h 44 m
Average duration
6 h 51 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
405 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Hallstatt is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Hallstatt will cost around $133 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $85.
To travel from Budapest to Hallstatt you need to make at least one change.
EC 148+
IC 748+
R 70 · R 70
RJX 68+
S 2+
R 70
EC 142+
IC 646+
REX 70
IC 996+
R 93+
EC 107+
REX 4587
EC 140+
IC 642+
REX 70
EC 142+
IC 646+
REX 70
EC 140+
IC 642+
REX 70
RJX 64+
RJ 539+
IC 610+
REX 70
RJX 62+
RJ 133+
IC 518+
REX 70
RJX 64+
REX 70Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Budapest to Hallstatt
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Hallstatt among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $104. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $104, and a flight costs an average of $188.
Distance: 405 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$128 Average Price | $104 Average Price Cheapest | $657 Average Price |
7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration Fastest 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 14m Average total duration 7h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Budapest to Hallstatt train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Hallstatt trains for today, Friday, 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
EC 140+ IC 642+ REX 70 | 7:40 am Budapest Keleti | 6h44 | 2:24 pm Hallstatt Bahnhof | 2 changes | |
EC 140+ RJX 766+ REX 70 | 7:40 am Budapest Keleti | 6h44 | 2:24 pm Hallstatt Bahnhof | 2 changes | |
RJX 62+ REX 70 | 8:40 am Budapest Keleti | 7h07 | 3:47 pm Hallstatt Bahnhof | 1 change | |
RJX 62+ RJ 644+ R 70 | 8:40 am Budapest Keleti | 7h07 | 3:47 pm Hallstatt Bahnhof | 2 changes | |
RJX 62+ RJ 133+ IC 518+ REX 70 | 8:40 am Budapest Keleti | 6h51 | 3:31 pm Hallstatt Bahnhof | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Hallstatt
Trains from Budapest to Hallstatt run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 03:07, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 405 km distance in 6h 29m.
Distance 405 km |
Average train duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 29m |
First train 03:07 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Regiojet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Hallstatt trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Regionalzug, Regiojet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Hallstatt from $66. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
Regiojet
ÖBB | Regionalzug
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Budapest to Hallstatt train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Hallstatt 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 Hallstatt, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Hallstatt
- 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
- Parking is available near the station, but not directly at the station itself.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- The station consists of a single platform with a waiting area and ticket machines.
- Bus: Bus number 150 to Bad Ischl
- Ferry: Ferry connection to Hallstatt village
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