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Budapest to Salzburg Trains

20
Apr

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Budapest
552 km
Salzburg
Shortest travel time:5 h 13 m
Earliest departure:06:40
Longest travel time:5 h 27 m
Lowest train ticket cost:$76
Avg. daily departures:8
Latest departure:20:40

Budapest to Salzburg Train Information

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Among the most popular rail routes, allowing to travel from mesmerizing Hungary to enduring Austria, is the one connecting the Hungarian capital and the scenic city of Salzburg. Apart from the fact that this route goes through a very picturesque area, the railway also boasts the most comfortable and well-equipped trains, the Railjet Trains. They run on schedule, depart from/arrive to the stations that are situated in the city centers, can achieve the speed of 230 km/h (143 mph), offer 3 travel classes to choose from, and provide everything you need for a smooth ride, including comfortable seats with folding tables and onboard entertainment.

Popular questions about Budapest to Salzburg Trains

How far is Budapest to Salzburg by train?

To get from Hungary’s beautiful capital to the charming Austrian city of Salzburg, you need to travel a distance of 552 km (343 mi). A bullet Budapest to Salzburg train can complete the journey in a bit over 5 hours.

How long is a train ride from Budapest to Salzburg?

A journey on a high-speed Budapest to Salzburg train takes approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes. Railjet trains offer up to 6 daily departures, so you can choose the time of departure/arrival which works best for you.

Budapest to Salzburg Train Timetable

Morning trains
Fastest trip5 hrs 13 min
Longest trip5 hrs 13 min
Earliest06:40
Latest11:40
Departures4
Afternoon trains
Fastest trip5 hrs 13 min
Longest trip5 hrs 19 min
Earliest13:40
Latest17:40
Departures3
Evening trains
Fastest trip5 hrs 27 min
Longest trip5 hrs 27 min
Earliest20:40
Latest20:40
Departures1
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