The average train between Melk and Budapest takes 3h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Melk 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 Melk and Budapest. The earliest departure is at 5:34 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Melk is at 7:40 PM which arrives into Budapest at 11:02 PM. All services require a transfer at St.Poelten Hbf and take an average of 3h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Melk to Budapest? 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 Melk to Budapest. However, there are services departing from St.Poelten Hbf station and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station via Wien Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.
Melk to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, depart from St.Poelten Hbf station.
Melk to Budapest train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
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The distance between Melk and Budapest is 287.9 km. The road distance is 327 km.
You can take a train from Melk to Budapest-Kelenfoeld via St.Poelten Hbf and Wien Hbf in around 4h 26m.