What is the cheapest way to get from Budapest to Vienna?

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Budapest to Vienna?

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Wien Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Budapest to Vienna?

The distance between Budapest and Vienna is 244 km. The road distance is 243.3 km.

How do I travel from Budapest to Vienna without a car?

The best way to get from Budapest to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €9 - €55.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Vienna?

The train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Vienna bus from?

Budapest to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Vienna train from?

Budapest to Vienna train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Vienna?

The best way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs €9 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €27 and takes 3h 15m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €260 and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Budapest to Vienna bus arrive?

Budapest to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where does the Budapest to Vienna train arrive?

Budapest to Vienna train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Vienna is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Budapest to Vienna.

How do I get a train ticket from Budapest to Vienna?

Book your Budapest to Vienna train tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

How do I get a bus ticket from Budapest to Vienna?

Book your Budapest to Vienna bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 4794+ hotels available in Vienna.

Can I share a ride from Budapest to Vienna?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Budapest and Vienna. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Budapest to Vienna - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Budapest to Vienna by train, bus, car, plane, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
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1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien HbfEc / ...
2h 25m
€9–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)902 / ...
3h 15m
€12–27
Drive 243.3 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Vienna243.3 km
2h 18m
€39–56
Fly
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)BUD - VIE
2h 43m
€80–251
Bus via Stephansplatz
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
4h 4m
€13–23
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Budapest to Vienna243.2 km
3h 14m
€13

Budapest to Vienna by train

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2h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 243.7 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Vienna, Austria?

Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €10–13 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) hourly. Tickets cost €12–27 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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