The average train between Budapest and Lienz takes 9h 10m and the fastest train takes 8h 18m. There is a train service every few hours from Budapest to Lienz. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Budapest and Lienz. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Budapest is at 7:55 PM which arrives into Lienz at 11:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Wien Hbf and take an average of 9h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Budapest to Lienz? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Lienz. However, there are services departing from Budapest station and arriving at Lienz station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.
Budapest to Lienz train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Budapest to Lienz train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Lienz In Osttirol station.
Book your Budapest to Lienz train tickets online with Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Railjet and 3 other operators.
The distance between Budapest and Lienz is 479.8 km. The road distance is 728 km.
You can take a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Lienz In Osttirol via Wien Hbf and Villach Hbf in around 9h 2m.