Railjet is one of the most modern and luxurious trains in Europe. It operates mainly in Austria, with international connections to Germany, Switzerland, Hungary and the Czech Republic. A journey on the Railjet train from Budapest to Vienna takes just 2.5 hours. Railjet trains travel at 230 kilometres per hour and offer maximum comfort. Enjoy ergonomic seats, free WiFi, a great selection of food, and a cinema corner to keep children entertained along the way.

Railjet routes

Railjet trains run throughout Austria and international routes link major Austrian cities with Budapest (Hungary), Prague (Czech Republic), Munich (Germany) and Zurich (Switzerland). Travel by train from Budapest to Vienna in no more than 2.5 hours. Going further afield? Let Railjet transport you from Munich via Austria to the heart of the Hungarian capital, Budapest in only 7 hours.

Railjet trains operate on the following domestic and international routes:

Vienna - Budapest
Vienna - Prague
Vienna - Salzburg
Vienna - Innsbruck
Vienna - Graz
Vienna - Villach
Vienna - Venice
Salzburg - Budapest
Salzburg - Zurich
Salzburg - Munich
Innsbruck - Budapest
Graz - Prague
Munich - Budapest

Reservations

Reservations on the Railjet high-speed trains are mostly optional. However, when travelling in or to Hungary, reservations are compulsory.

How to make reservations for Railjet trains

You can reserve your seat on the Railjet in the following ways:

Through our Reservation Service
Online through the Austrian Railways (ÖBB) website
At the train station. Keep in mind trains can become full during busy times

Reservation fees:

2nd class (Economy): €6
1st class: €6
Upgrade to Business class: €15

Reservation fees for trains between Austria and Italy

Fees for Global Pass holders:

2nd class: €10
1st class: €15

Fees for Italy or Austria One Country Pass holders

2nd class: €30
1st class: €50

Facilities and services

Air conditioning
Bar
Children's play area
Cinema
Disabled facilities
Newspapers/magazines
Power sockets
Restaurant/bistro
Video screens
WiFi internet

Operated by:

Facilities may differ per train and route. All Railjet services offer powers sockets at all seats for mobiles and laptops and free WiFi. There are no bike carriages on Railjet trains. Railjet offers special equipment and facilities to passengers with limited mobility.

Railjet high-speed train

Interior Railjet high-speed train, Austria

Restaurant car in Railjet high-speed train in Austria