# Vienna to Budapest Train — Two Imperial Capitals, One Easy Ride The Vienna to Budapest train covers roughly 256 km between two former Habsburg capitals in about 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. Trains run close to every hour in each direction, so there's no need to book months ahead. ## ÖBB Railjet, EuroCity and RegioJet - **ÖBB Railjet / EuroCity** — Wien Hauptbahnhof to Budapest Keleti, roughly hourly, free Wi-Fi, restaurant car with draught beer. Second class from €55, first class from €68. - **RegioJet** — Wien Hauptbahnhof to Budapest Déli (via Kelenföld), 3–4 daily, Low Cost class from $34, four travel classes, free Wi-Fi and at-seat drinks. ## Route and distance Direct train, no transfers, calling briefly at Győr. Approximately 256–270 km. No passport checks (Schengen Area). Historically part of the Orient Express corridor. ## Schedule and prices Hourly departures roughly 05:30–21:30. Journey time 2h20–2h40. Fares from $34 (RegioJet Low Cost class) up to €68 (ÖBB Railjet first class). ## Luggage Bags up to roughly 90 × 60 × 40 cm travel free, no weight limit. Limited bike compartment on ÖBB second class. ## Vienna highlights Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, Kunsthistorisches Museum, coffeehouse culture. ## Budapest highlights Hungarian Parliament, Buda Castle & Fisherman's Bastion, Dohány Street Synagogue, thermal baths (Széchenyi, Gellért). ## FAQ **How long does the train take?** 2h20–2h40. **How much does it cost?** From $34 (RegioJet Low Cost class), up to €68 (ÖBB Railjet first class). **Where do trains depart/arrive?** Wien Hauptbahnhof to Budapest Keleti (ÖBB/EuroCity) or Budapest Déli (RegioJet). **Is it direct?** Yes, with a brief stop in Győr. **Is there a night train?** Yes — EuroNight "Kálmán Imre" to Munich/Zurich. --- Book tickets: https://highspeedtrains.com