There are 6 ways to get from Budapest to Vienna by train, bus, rideshare, car or plane
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to bus which costs 2 300 Ft - 3 000 Ft and takes 2h 45m.
The quickest way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to drive which costs 7 500 Ft - 12 000 Ft and takes 2h 22m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Vasút u.16. and arriving at Vienna, Hbf. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kelenfoeld and arriving at Wien Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 23m.
The distance between Budapest and Vienna is 214 km. The road distance is 243.5 km.
The best way to get from Budapest to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs 1 900 Ft - 20 000 Ft.
The train from Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf takes 2h 23m including transfers and departs hourly.
Budapest to Vienna bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Budapest, Vasút u.16. station.
Budapest to Vienna train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Kelenfoeld station.
The best way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to train which takes 2h 23m and costs 1 900 Ft - 20 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 2 300 Ft - 3 000 Ft and takes 2h 45m, you could also fly, which costs 28 000 Ft - 85 000 Ft and takes 2h 41m.
- Distance: 133.8 miles
- Duration: 2h 23m
What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Vienna, Austria?
Railjet operates a train from Budapest to Vienna every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 23m. Five other operators also service this route. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Budapest to Vienna every 4 hours. Tickets cost 7€ - 10€ and the journey takes 2h 45m.
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Budapest to Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 48m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 180€ - 650€
- Website
- airalgerie.dz
Flights from Budapest to Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 50m
- When
- Wednesday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- 80€ - 260€
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Kelenföld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 65€
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
- Website
- mav-start.hu
Train from Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 23m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Schedules at
- mav-start.hu
- Website
- cfrcalatori.ro
Train from Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Schedules at
- cfrcalatori.ro
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 29€ - 50€
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
- Book at
- Raileurope.com
- Phone
- +381 11 360-28-99
- [email protected]
- Website
- serbianrailways.com
Train from Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 6€ - 9€
- Schedules at
- bahn.de
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- [email protected]
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Budapest, Vasút u.16. to Vienna, Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 7€ - 10€
- Website
- RegioJet
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- [email protected]
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Budapest, Budapest Népliget to Vienna, Vienna Central Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 12€ - 20€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Budapest to Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 14m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 13€
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Budapest Airport to Vienna Airport is the direct flight which takes 45m.
Budapest to Vienna bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Vienna, Hbf station.
Budapest to Vienna train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Vienna is 244 km. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Budapest to Vienna.
Air Algérie and Austrian Airlines offer flights from Budapest Airport to Vienna Airport.
Book your Budapest to Vienna train tickets online with Loco2 and Distribusion.
Book your Budapest to Vienna bus tickets online with Distribusion.
There are 2406+ hotels available in Vienna. Prices start at 61€ per night.
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.
The best way to get from Budapest to Budapest Airport is to bus which takes 33m and costs 350 Ft.