The cheapest and fastest trains from Innsbruck to Budapest
Cheapest price
$139
Average price
$155
Fastest journey
7 h 2 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
576 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Budapest will cost around $155 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $139.
To travel from Innsbruck to Budapest you need to make at least one change.
RJX 765+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJX 765+
RJ 641+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJX 161+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJX 765+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJX 161+
IC 645+
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJX 765+
EC 145
RJX 161+
EC 147
RJX 765+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJX 765+
RJ 641+
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJX 765+
RJ 641+
RJX 63Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Innsbruck to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $269.
Distance: 576 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$137 Average Price | $70 Average Price Cheapest | $614 Average Price |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 11m Average total duration 9h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.7 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Innsbruck to Budapest train times
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Budapest trains for tomorrow, Saturday, 29 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 765+ RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:17 am Innsbruck Hbf | 7h41 | 2:58 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 765+ EC 145 | 7:17 am Innsbruck Hbf | 7h02 | 2:19 pm Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 765+ RJ 641+ RJX 63 | 7:17 am Innsbruck Hbf | 8h02 | 3:19 pm Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJX 765+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:17 am Innsbruck Hbf | 11h41 | 6:58 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 765+ RJ 641+ RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:17 am Innsbruck Hbf | 7h41 | 2:58 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 changes | |
RJX 161+ EC 147 | 9:16 am Innsbruck Hbf | 7h03 | 4:19 pm Budapest Keleti | 1 change | |
RJX 161+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:16 am Innsbruck Hbf | 9h42 | 6:58 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 1 change | |
RJX 161+ IC 645+ RJX 65 | 9:16 am Innsbruck Hbf | 8h03 | 5:19 pm Budapest Keleti | 2 changes | |
RJX 161+ IC 645+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:16 am Innsbruck Hbf | 9h42 | 6:58 pm Budapest-Kelenfoeld | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Innsbruck to Budapest
Trains from Innsbruck to Budapest run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 but you can travel from only $40 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 576 km distance in 6h 52m.
Distance 576 km |
Average train duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 52m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity from Innsbruck to Budapest trainsÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Innsbruck and Budapest from $40. 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
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FAQs: Innsbruck to Budapest train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Innsbruck Hbf, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Budapest-Kelenfoeld, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Innsbruck and Budapest
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Hotel Sailer
- NALA Individuellhotel
- Hotel Zach
- The station is a small regional hub with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Europa Stüberl
- Die Pizzerei
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sailer
- Grand Hotel Europa
- ibis Innsbruck
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Nyugati tér.
- Két Szerecsen
- Menza Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- HUF 200
- Hotel Parlament
- Radisson Blu Béke Hotel
- Hilton Budapest City
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for international trains
- Hall 2: domestic and regional train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M3
- Tram: Line 4, Line 6
- 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
- 5:00 AM - 11:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Access is available via Mester utca.
- Nándori Cukrászda
- Petrus Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- HUF 200
- Ibis Styles Budapest City
- Hotel Thomas Budapest
- Leonardo Hotel Budapest
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for regional trains
- Hall 2: freight services
- Tram: Line 2, Line 24
- Bus: Several lines available
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