There are 6 ways to get from Budapest to Vienna by train, bus, rideshare or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train • 2h 26m
5€ - 18€
5 alternative options
Bus • 2h 45m
7€ - 11€
Bus via Clark Ádám tér • 4h 13m
17€ - 21€
Train via Dör • 4h 15m
8€ - 18€
Rideshare • 3h 14m
13€
Drive • 2h 21m
23€ - 35€
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International entry into Austria from Hungary
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Hungary
Restricted for: Foreign nationals from outside EU Schengen Area with the above exceptions. United Kingdom and South Africa are also restricted
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Conditions of entry into Austria from Hungary
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- 10-day mandatory self-quarantine
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 5
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
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- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- 10-day mandatory self-quarantine
- A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition to end the quarantine obligation earlier. It is tested in quarantine on day 5
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
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Rules to follow in Austria
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Considerations leaving from Hungary
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but conditions apply when entering Austria from Hungary.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1 metre
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Regional restriction measures in place
- Nationwide control measures in place
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Vienna is 800 555 621.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Vienna is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Vienna is 1 metre.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800 555 621.
Yes, entry into Hungary from Austria is currently restricted.
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to bus which costs 2 700 Ft - 3 900 Ft and takes 2h 45m.
The quickest way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to drive which costs 8 000 Ft - 12 000 Ft and takes 2h 21m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop and arriving at Vienna, Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Wien Hbf. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.
The distance between Budapest and Vienna is 214 km. The road distance is 243.2 km.
The best way to get from Budapest to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs 1 800 Ft - 6 500 Ft.
The train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf takes 2h 26m including transfers and departs four times a day.
Budapest to Vienna bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop station.
Budapest to Vienna train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
The best way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs 1 800 Ft - 6 500 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 2 700 Ft - 3 900 Ft and takes 2h 45m.
- Distance: 214.2 km
- Duration: 2h 26m
What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Vienna, Austria?
Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf 4 times a day. Tickets cost 12€ - 14€ and the journey takes 2h 26m. Romanian Railways (CFR) also services this route once daily. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop to Vienna, Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost 7€ - 11€ and the journey takes 2h 45m.
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 12€ - 14€
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Budapest-Deli to Gyoer
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 56m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 6€ - 8€
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Gyoer to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 19m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 5€ - 7€
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
- Phone
- 0219521
- Website
- cfrcalatori.ro
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 5€ - 18€
- Website
- Romanian Railways (CFR)
- 2nd Class
- 5€ - 7€
- 1st Class
- 15€ - 18€
Train from Gyoer to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 19m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 2€ - 10€
- Website
- Romanian Railways (CFR)
- 2nd Class
- 2€ - 4€
- 1st Class
- 8€ - 10€
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop to Vienna, Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 2 hours
- Estimated price
- 7€ - 11€
- 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
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Budapest, Budapest Kelenföld to Vienna, Vienna Erdberg
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 13€ - 17€
- 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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More Questions & Answers
Budapest to Vienna bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Vienna, Hbf station.
Budapest to Vienna train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Wien Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Vienna is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Budapest to Vienna.
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