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Vienna → Budapest · Railjet (ÖBB / MAV)
Vienna → Budapest
Two empires’ capitals two hours and forty minutes apart: Railjets leave Vienna Hauptbahnhof roughly every hour for Budapest Keleti, along the Danube through the flatlands of the old monarchy.
2h 40Duration
0Transfers
6×CO₂ vs flying
From €15Ticket budget
TrainTransport
Booked 2–3 months ahead€13–30
Booked this week€40–55
One-way fares, per person, 2nd class · verified 4 Oct 2026
Day · Leg
Leg
| Leg | Transport / Operator | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vienna → Budapest | Railjet | 2h 40 |
Pass advice
Pass advice
ÖBB Sparschiene fares start around €14 — book on the ÖBB site a few weeks out.
Arrive at Budapest Keleti: the grand 1884 hall is five minutes from Keleti metro lines.
No reservations needed on most departures — turn up and board if plans change.