The cheapest and fastest trains from Budapest to Salzburg
Cheapest price
70S$
Average price
102S$
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
5 h 16 m
Trains per day
32
Distance
450 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Budapest to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Salzburg will cost around 102S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 70S$.
Of the 32 trains that leave Budapest for Salzburg every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 450 km distance in an average of 5 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 23 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.
RJX 266 · RJX 7687:30 PM5h29Budapest Keleti12:59 AMSalzburg Hbf70 S$1One-way1 change
EC 340+
RJX 7646:30 PM5h29Budapest Keleti11:59 PMSalzburg Hbf70 S$1One-way1 change
EC 4628:30 PM5h37Budapest Keleti2:07 AMSalzburg Hbf70 S$1One-way0 changes
RJX 266+
NJ 199467:30 PM6h19Budapest Keleti1:49 AMSalzburg Hbf73 S$1One-way1 change
RJX 264 · RJX 6645:30 PM5h29Budapest Keleti10:59 PMSalzburg Hbf79 S$1One-way1 change
EC 146+
RJX199702:55 PM4h58Budapest-Kelenfoeld7:53 PMSalzburg Hbf86 S$1One-way1 change
RJX199126:40 AM5h13Budapest Keleti11:53 AMSalzburg Hbf113 S$1One-way0 changes
EC 140+
RJX199768:30 AM5h23Budapest Keleti1:53 PMSalzburg Hbf113 S$1One-way1 change
EC 142+
RJX1991610:30 AM5h23Budapest Keleti3:53 PMSalzburg Hbf113 S$1One-way1 change
EC 342+
RJX199625:30 AM5h23Budapest Keleti10:53 AMSalzburg Hbf113 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Budapest to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 34S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 34S$, and a flight costs an average of 135S$.
Distance: 450 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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94S$ Average Price | 51S$ Average Price Cheapest | 493S$ Average Price |
6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 5h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 6h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Salzburg train times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Salzburg trains for today, Thursday, 25 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 4968+ ER 62 · RJX19950 | 11:25 PM Budapest-Deli | 10h28 | 9:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
| Friday, 26 June | |||||
R 4910 · R 9420+ REX 62+ RJX19950 | 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 6h43 | 9:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 3 changes | |
R 4910+ ER 62+ IC 544 | 3:10 AM Budapest-Deli | 7h39 | 10:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 342+ RJX19962 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 10:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 342+ IC 546 | 5:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 11:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19912 | 6:40 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h13 | 11:53 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 60+ IC 640 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 1:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 60 | 7:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 12:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 140+ RJX19976 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 1:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 140+ IC 642 | 8:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 2:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 62 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 2:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 62+ IC 644 | 9:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 3:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 142+ IC 646 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 4:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 142+ RJX19916 | 10:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 3:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 64+ IC 648 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 5:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 64 | 11:30 AM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 4:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 144+ IC 740 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 6:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 144+ RJX 187 | 12:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 5:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 66+ IC 742 | 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 7:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 66 | 1:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 6:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
R 3416+ EC 146+ RJX19970 | 2:20 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h33 | 7:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
R 3416+ EC 146+ IC 744 | 2:20 PM Budapest Keleti | 6h29 | 8:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 146+ IC 744 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 5h54 | 8:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 146+ RJX19970 | 2:55 PM Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 4h58 | 7:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 68 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 8:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 68+ RJ 854+ NJ 40490 | 3:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h42 | 9:12 PM Salzburg Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 148+ RJX19972 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h23 | 9:53 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 148+ IC 748 | 4:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 10:49 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 264 · RJX 664 | 5:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h29 | 10:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 340+ RJX 764 | 6:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h29 | 11:59 PM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 266+ NJ 19946 | 7:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 6h19 | 1:49 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 266 · RJX 768 | 7:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h29 | 12:59 AM Salzburg Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 462 | 8:30 PM Budapest Keleti | 5h37 | 2:07 AM Salzburg Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Budapest to Salzburg
Trains from Budapest to Salzburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 49S$ but you can travel from only 34S$ by coach.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 450 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 450 km |
Average train duration 5h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price 49S$ |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Regionalzug, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Budapest to Salzburg trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Regionalzug, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Budapest and Salzburg from 34S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
RegioJet a.s.
ÖBB | Regionalzug
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Budapest to Salzburg train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Salzburg
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Südtiroler Platz
- Restaurant Imlauer
- Stieglitz
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Europa Salzburg
- Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre
- H+ Hotel Salzburg
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for ÖBB and Westbahn trains
- Hall 2: platforms 6-11 for regional and international trains
- Bus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 25
- S-Bahn: Line S3
- Trolleybus: Lines 1, 2, 3, 5, 6
- Parking is available near the station, with several public parking options in the vicinity
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- Free of charge
- Hotel Schloss Mönchstein
- Hotel Villa Carlton
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- The station is a small local station with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S3
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