Budapest to Vienna by train
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Overview: trains from Budapest to Vienna
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Discover Budapest to Vienna by train
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Train travel between Budapest and Vienna: train ticket prices
Cost of train tickets from Budapest to Vienna:
Cheapest tickets: US$10.50
Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance: US$23
Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance: US$23
Tickets go on sale 12 months in advance.
Budapest to Vienna train schedule
The earliest weekday train along this route departs at 05:30.
The latest weekday train along this route departs at 20:55.
The earliest weekend train along this route departs at 05:30.
The latest weekend train along this route departs at 20:55.
31 trains run along this route each day.
Trains leave the station every 28 minutes.
Travel time and distance between Budapest and Vienna
The route’s fastest journey takes 2 hours and 21 minutes, covering a total of 216 kilometres.
Booking time frame: Budapest to Vienna trains
Tickets for travel to Vienna along this route are available for purchase 12 months before the travel date. Set up a booking alert to be notified as soon as your ideal travel date goes on sale.
Maximising your travels to Vienna
For a smooth travel experience, explore our help articles. Start planning your holiday and explore travel ideas in our city guide: Vienna.
FAQs about the train journey from Budapest to Vienna
Want to know more about your journey from Budapest to Vienna? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The train route from Budapest to Vienna covers 216 kilometres.
The cheapest ticket on this route is US$10.50. When booked 30 days ahead, the price is typically US$23. If booked 7 days in advance, expect to pay around US$23.
You can purchase tickets for this route 12 months in advance.
The shortest trip is 2 hours and 21 minutes.
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