Ukrzaliznytsia changes train routes to Hungary and Austria: what awaits passengers

Changes in the routes of international trains to Hungary and Austria

The company 'Ukrzaliznytsia' has announced innovations in the schedule and routes of international trains that run to Hungary and Austria. From August 25 to September 20, 2025, the Hungarian railway will conduct repair works at the Budapest-Kelati station, so there will be temporary changes. This was reported by 'Glavkom' referring to 'Ukrzaliznytsia'.

• Train No. 9/10 Kyiv – Budapest – Kyiv: During the repairs, the train will depart from Budapest-Nyugati station instead of the usual Kelati.
• Train No. 143/146 Chop – Vienna – Chop: The stop at Kelati station will be canceled. Instead, the only stop in Budapest will be at Kelenfeld station.

Delays and recommendations for passengers

'Ukrzaliznytsia' warns that delays on these routes can already be expected. Passengers are asked to take these changes into account when planning their trips and purchasing tickets. Delays on the Hungarian direction are more than an hour, and on the Austrian direction - up to three hours.

'Ukrzaliznytsia' assures that the Nyugati and Kelenfeld stations provide convenient connections to other areas of Budapest and will not cause serious inconveniences to passengers.

An extraordinary event for 'Ukrzaliznytsia'

Recently, 'Ukrzaliznytsia' for the first time in its history transported petroleum products from Germany to Ukraine in its own wagons. The entire route from Hamburg to the Ukrainian border was provided by its subsidiary – UZ Cargo Poland Sp. z o.o., which acts as the official carrier in the EU.

Summary: The company 'Ukrzaliznytsia' has announced new changes in the schedules and routes of its international trains to Hungary and Austria due to repair works at the Budapest-Kelati station. Delays are possible on these routes, so passengers are advised to plan their trips carefully. It should also be noted that 'Ukrzaliznytsia' has for the first time transported petroleum products from Germany to Ukraine in its own wagons, which is an important event for the company.