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Austria to Hungary, city to city

Vienna toBudapest.By train.

Compare Railjet, EuroCity and RegioJet, paying attention to the Budapest arrival station.

Departure time is local to the origin.

Schematic corridors · not railway track geometry

The route, explained

The arrival station is part of the choice.

A direct journey between these capitals does not mean every train is interchangeable. Operators and Budapest arrival stations differ. Start with a city-wide search, then compare the station, reservation and local connection before choosing a ticket.

Starting route

Railjet and EuroCity

Vienna → Budapest

Railjet and EuroCity services connect Vienna Hauptbahnhof with Budapest Keleti. Search the endpoints to compare the departures. Choose the train around your day in Budapest rather than adding a connection to an already direct corridor.

Another way

Compare RegioJet

Vienna → Budapest

RegioJet offers another direct option, using Budapest Déli rather than Keleti. Check the operator's ticket and seat conditions alongside the arrival station. Use the operator's own search if the service is absent from Trainlink's current timetable coverage.

Keleti and Déli are different arrivals

Both stations are in Budapest, but they are in different parts of the city. Compare the local journey from each to your accommodation. A city-wide planner result should be read down to the named station before you book.

Compare like-for-like tickets

A fare tied to one departure and a more flexible ticket answer different needs. Check the train, included seat, change rules and operator before choosing. Trainlink compares journeys; the operator confirms the fare and sells the ticket.

Before you set off

Is there a direct Vienna to Budapest train?

Yes. Railjet, EuroCity and RegioJet provide direct options. Their departure times, ticket conditions and Budapest arrival stations differ, so inspect the selected journey.

Which station should I choose in Budapest?

Use the station that fits your onward plan. Railjet and EuroCity normally serve Keleti on this corridor, while RegioJet uses Déli. Confirm the exact station on your chosen service.