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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Budapest is to rideshare which costs 4 267 Ft and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Budapest is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs 5 000 Ft - 33 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz station and arriving at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Budapest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Vienna to Budapest?

The distance between Vienna and Budapest is 244 km. The road distance is 242.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs 5 000 Ft - 33 000 Ft.

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

The train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Budapest bus from?

Vienna to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Budapest train from?

Vienna to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Budapest?

The best way to get from Vienna to Budapest is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs 5 000 Ft - 33 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 6 000 Ft - 11 000 Ft and takes 3h 15m, you could also fly, which costs 18 000 Ft - 65 000 Ft and takes 2h 43m.

Where does the Vienna to Budapest bus arrive?

Vienna to Budapest bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where does the Vienna to Budapest train arrive?

Vienna to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Budapest?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Budapest is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Vienna to Budapest.

How do I get a train ticket from Vienna to Budapest?

Book your Vienna to Budapest train tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

How do I get a bus ticket from Vienna to Budapest?

Book your Vienna to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Budapest?

There are 6865+ hotels available in Budapest.

Can I share a ride from Vienna to Budapest?

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

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

There are 6 ways to get from Vienna to Budapest 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
best
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Rjx
2h 20m
Ft 5,000–33,000
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Vienna to Budapestrideshare 242.3 km
3h 5m
Ft 4,267
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus 902 / ...
3h 15m
Ft 6,000–11,000
Drive 242.9 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Budapestcar 242.9 km
2h 20m
Ft 14,118–20,392
Fly
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane VIE - BUD
2h 43m
Ft 18,823–64,507
Bus via Erdberg
1. Take the bus from Vienna - Bus Station to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 57m
Ft 8,349–14,849

Vienna to Budapest by train

216Weekly Trains

2h 20mAverage Duration

Ft 5,000Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.7 km
Duration: 2h 20m

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

Railjet operates a train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld every 4 hours. Tickets cost Ft 13,000–20,000 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar hourly. Tickets cost Ft 6,000–11,000 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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