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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Pest to Vienna is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Pest and Vienna?

No, there is no direct bus from Pest to Vienna station. However, there are services departing from Deák Ferenc tér M and arriving at Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Pest and Vienna?

No, there is no direct train from Pest to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Deák Ferenc tér and arriving at Wien Hbf via Budapest-Keleti. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Pest to Vienna?

The distance between Pest and Vienna is 259 km. The road distance is 244.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Pest to Vienna without a car is to train via Budapest-Keleti which takes 3h 8m and costs €35 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Pest to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pest to Vienna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pest to Vienna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Pest to Vienna?

The best way to get from Pest to Vienna is to train via Budapest-Keleti which takes 3h 8m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €14 - €40 and takes 4h 41m, you could also fly, which costs €65 - €240 and takes 2h 52m.

Where does the Pest to Vienna bus arrive?

Pest to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where does the Pest to Vienna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pest to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Pest to Vienna is 245 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Pest to Vienna.

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 4690+ hotels available in Vienna.

Can I share a ride from Pest to Vienna?

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

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

There are 6 ways to get from Pest 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 via Budapest-Keleti
best
1. Take the train from Budapest-Keleti to Wien HbfEc / ...
3h 8m
€36–61
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Budapest-Deli to Wien HbfIc
3h 54m
€10–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz902 / ...
4h 41m
€14–36
Drive 244.9 km
1. Drive from Pest to Vienna244.9 km
2h 20m
€40–57
Fly
1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)BUD - VIE
2h 52m
€69–231
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Budapest to Vienna243.2 km
3h 14m
€13

Pest to Vienna by subway and train

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3h 8mAverage Duration

€36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 259.1 km
Duration: 3h 8m

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

Hungarian Railways (MÁV) operates a train from Budapest-Keleti to Wien Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €11–13 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Railjet also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz hourly. Tickets cost €13–35 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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