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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Pest is to rideshare which costs 4 639 Ft and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Pest is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs 15 000 Ft - 22 000 Ft.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Pest?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna station to Pest. However, there are services departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz and arriving at Deák Ferenc tér M via Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Pest?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Pest. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Fővám tér via Kelenföld vasútállomás. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

How far is it from Vienna to Pest?

The distance between Vienna and Pest is 248 km. The road distance is 243.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Pest without a car is to train via Kelenföld vasútállomás which takes 2h 32m and costs 3 900 Ft - 23 000 Ft.

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

It takes approximately 2h 32m to get from Vienna to Pest, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Pest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Vienna to Pest train from?

Vienna to Pest train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Pest?

The best way to get from Vienna to Pest is to train via Kelenföld vasútállomás which takes 2h 32m and costs 3 900 Ft - 23 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 5 000 Ft - 17 000 Ft and takes 3h 51m, you could also fly, which costs 27 000 Ft - 95 000 Ft and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Vienna to Pest bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vienna to Pest train arrive?

Vienna to Pest train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Pest?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Pest is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Vienna to Pest.

Where can I stay near Pest?

There are 6774+ hotels available in Pest.

Can I share a ride from Vienna to Pest?

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

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

There are 6 ways to get from Vienna to Pest 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 Kelenföld vasútállomás
best
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeldtrain Ec
2h 32m
Ft 3,911–22,408
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvarbus 902 / ...
3h 51m
Ft 5,441–16,766
Drive 243.3 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Pestcar 243.3 km
2h 21m
Ft 15,057–21,748
Fly
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)plane VIE - BUD
2h 39m
Ft 27,661–91,775
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Delitrain Ic
2h 56m
Ft 3,911–10,410
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Vienna to Budapestrideshare 242.3 km
3h 5m
Ft 4,639

Vienna to Pest by train and subway

95Weekly Services

2h 32mAverage Duration

Ft 3,911Cheapest Price

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Distance: 247.9 km
Duration: 2h 32m

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

ÖBB EuroCity operates a train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld every 4 hours. Tickets cost Ft 7,000–21,000 and the journey takes 2h 22m. 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 4,900–17,000 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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