Shortest travel time:
5 h 13 m
Longest travel time:
5 h 27 m
Lowest train ticket cost:
$123
Avg. daily departures:
8
Earliest departure:
06:40
Latest departure:
20:40
Budapest
Discover essential information about train stations in Budapest and the amenities they provide to ensure you're fully prepared for an unforgettable journey through Hungary!
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Budapest train stations
Keleti
1087, Budapest, Hungary
Nyugati
Teréz körút 55, Budapest, Hungary
Deli
1012, Budapest, Hungary
Kelenföld
Etele tér 1115, Budapest, Hungary
Zuglo
1145, Budapest, Hungary
Nepliget Bus Station
1091, Budapest, Hungary
552 km
Salzburg
Salzburg train station
Salzburg Hauptbahnhof
Südtiroler Pl. 7, 5020, Salzburg, Austria

Budapest to Salzburg Train Information

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.

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

Train type
Fastest trip
Longest trip
Earliest
Latest
Departures
Morning trains
5 hrs 13 min
5 hrs 13 min
06:40
11:40
4
Afternoon trains
5 hrs 13 min
5 hrs 19 min
13:40
17:40
3
Evening trains
5 hrs 27 min
5 hrs 27 min
20:40
20:40
1

Trains on Budapest - Salzburg Route

Brand name
Train type
Travel time
Price from
Departures
Rating
Express train
5 hrs 27 min
$184
1
OEBB
OEBB
High-speed train
5 hrs 13 min
$123
7

Budapest to Salzburg Train Review & Rating

Nice and comfortable experience, traveled with confort and right on time

Margerie T. about traveling from Budapest to Salzburg