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

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

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 21m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest-Kelenföld and arriving at Viena- Hotel IBIS. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 3h.

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 €10 - €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 Trans Nicolaescu, depart from Budapest-Kelenföld 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 €10 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 and takes 3h, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €220 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Budapest to Vienna bus arrive?

Budapest to Vienna bus services, operated by Trans Nicolaescu, arrive at Viena- Hotel IBIS 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 21m 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.

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 4382+ hotels available in Vienna. Prices start at €55 per night.

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.

1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien HbfEc / ...
best
Train
2h 25m
€10–55
1. Take the bus from Budapest-Kelenföld to Viena- Hotel IBIS
Bus
3h
€13
1. Drive from Budapest to Vienna243.3 km
Drive 243.3 km
2h 21m
€43–62
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)BUD - VIE
Fly
2h 38m
€78–213
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna International Airport902 / ...
Bus via Flughafen Wien Busterminal
3h 35m
€24–38
1. Take the rideshare from Budapest to Vienna243.2 km
Rideshare
3h 14m
€13

Budapest to Vienna by train

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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 €10–12 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, Trans Nicolaescu operates a bus from Budapest-Kelenföld to Viena- Hotel IBIS once a week. Tickets cost €13 and the journey takes 3h.

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