The average train between Linz and Budapest takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. There is a train service every few hours from Linz to Budapest. 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 hourly between Linz and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 5:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 7:17 PM which arrives into Budapest at 11:02 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Linz to Budapest. However, there are services departing from Linz station and arriving at Budapest station via Wien Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Linz to Budapest train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Linz Hbf station.
Linz to Budapest train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Book your Linz to Budapest train tickets online with ÖBB EuroCity, Railjet and 3 other operators.
The distance between Linz and Budapest is 365.6 km. The road distance is 429 km.
You can take a train from Linz Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via Wien Hbf in around 4h 22m.