Budapest to Zell am See train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Budapest to Zell am See by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Budapest to Zell am See take around 7 hours and 2 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 472 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Budapest is scheduled to depart at around  05:40. The last departure is usually at around 20:40. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 12 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 56 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$49.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Zell am See, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Zell am See.

Is there a direct train from Budapest to Zell am See?

The journey between Budapest and Zell am See usually involves one change of train.

We usually find at least one departure on the route from Budapest to Zell am See every weekday that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains usually run with a similar frequency on weekends.

How long does it take to travel from Budapest to Zell am See?

The Budapest to Zell am See train travel takes about 7 hours and 2 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Budapest to Zell am See train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Zell am See leaving Budapest at around 05:40 and the last train leaving at around 20:40. This is the same at the weekend.