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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Austria?

No, there is no direct bus from Budapest to Austria. However, there are services departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Wien Morzinplatz via Flughafen Wien Busterminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Austria?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Austria. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Stephansplatz via Wien Hbf and Mitte-Landstraße. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Budapest to Austria?

The distance between Budapest and Austria is 248 km. The road distance is 243.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Austria without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €13 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Budapest to Austria, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Austria bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Budapest to Austria train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Austria?

The best way to get from Budapest to Austria is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €13 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus via Flughafen Wien Busterminal, which costs €21 - €40 and takes 3h 35m, you could also fly, which costs €70 - €240 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Budapest to Austria bus arrive?

Budapest to Austria bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna International Airport station.

Where does the Budapest to Austria train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Budapest to Austria?

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

Where can I stay near Austria?

There are 4692+ hotels available in Austria.

Can I share a ride from Budapest to Austria?

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

Budapest to Austria - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien HbfEc / ...
2h 37m
€13–61
Bus via Flughafen Wien Busterminal
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna International Airport902 / ...
3h 35m
€21–39
Drive 243.3 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Vienna243.3 km
2h 18m
€39–57
Fly
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)BUD - VIE
2h 54m
€70–234
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
4h 4m
€17–58
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Budapest to Vienna243.2 km
3h 14m
€13

Budapest to Austria by train and subway

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Distance: 248.3 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and 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 Airport hourly. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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