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Cheap bus tickets from Vienna to Budapest

Showing times and prices for Sep 24

Cheapest

€22

Average

€24

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

10:50PM7h15

Vienna

06:05AMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

€221One-way

1 transfer

10:50AM5h25

Vienna

04:15PMBudapest

€221One-way

1 transfer

10:50AM5h45

Vienna

04:35PMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

€221One-way

1 transfer

10:50PM6h55

Vienna

05:45AMBudapest

€221One-way

1 transfer

07:45PM2h50

Vienna

10:35PMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

€341One-way

0 transfers

Bus schedule from Vienna to Budapest

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10:50AM5h45

Vienna

04:35PMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

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10:50AM5h25

Vienna

04:15PMBudapest

1 transfer

10:50PM6h55

Vienna

05:45AMBudapest

1 transfer

10:50PM7h15

Vienna

06:05AMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

1 transfer

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Bus times from Vienna to Budapest

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Fastest Journey

2 h 50 m

Average

2 h 52 m

Buses per day

Distance

214 km

Of the 5 buses that leave Vienna for Budapest every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

07:45PM2h50

Vienna

10:35PMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

€301One-way

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11:45PM2h50

Vienna

02:35AMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

€161One-way

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03:50AM2h50

Vienna

06:40AMBudapest

€201One-way

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05:10AM2h55

Vienna

08:05AMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

€161One-way

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09:15AM2h55

Vienna

12:10PMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar

€161One-way

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Overview: Bus from Vienna to Budapest

	Distance	133 miles (214 km)
	Average bus duration	2 h 55 min
	Average bus ticket price	$13 (€12)
	Bus frequency	4 a day
	Direct bus	Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day
	Bus providers	RegioJet a. S. (RJ_SK), Euroclub, Karat-S, RegioJet, Eurolines Germany, RegioJet a. S. STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Arda Tur, Eurolines Switzerland, Nomago, Flixbus or BlaBlaCar

Buses from Vienna to Budapest cover the 133 miles (214 km) long trip taking on average 2 h 55 min with our travel partners like RegioJet a. S. (RJ_SK), Euroclub, Karat-S, RegioJet, Eurolines Germany, RegioJet a. S. STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Arda Tur, Eurolines Switzerland, Nomago, Flixbus or BlaBlaCar. Normally, there are 4 buses operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this journey costs around $13 (€12), you can find the cheapest bus ticket for as low as $11 (€10). Travelers depart most frequently from Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz and arrive in Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Student Agency from Vienna to Budapest

You can travel by bus from Vienna to Budapest with FlixBus and Student Agency for as low as $11 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.

RegioJet is a Czech train company that offers a wide range of services to its customers including trains to Budapest from Vienna. It operates both regional and long-distance trains, with the latter covering routes across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Austria, and Hungary. The regional trains are known as RegioJet Express and offer frequent departures throughout the day. The long-distance trains are called RegioJet Comfort and provide a more luxurious experience with comfortable seating, air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi. RegioJet offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include a café car, a restaurant car, and a bar car. Passengers can also enjoy a selection of movies and music, as well as access to power outlets. The most popular routes for RegioJet are Prague to Brno, Prague to Ostrava, and Prague to Vienna. These routes offer convenient connections to major cities in the Czech Republic and beyond.

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost bus companies in Europe. Founded in Germany, FlixBus has expanded its services throughout Europe and even to the United States, giving travelers in both continents the option to take a long-distance bus at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select routes throughout Europe. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on bag and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for bringing extra luggage and making specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat. Standard amenities onboard include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long bus journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Vienna to Budapest bus information with FlixBus:

Average Duration: 2 h 56 min
Cheapest Price: $11
FlixBus frequency: 4 a day

Buses from Vienna to Budapest

Buses in Europe are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international bus routes. With a journey time of about 3½ hours, travelers will find there are several direct buses from Vienna to Budapest departing every day. The earliest of these leaves from Vienna in the early morning, and the last in the early evening, with buses departing every 2 to 4 hours, depending on the time of day. Standard fares apply at all times, and services run the same at the weekend as they do in the week. Buses from Vienna to Budapest are operated by RegioJet and Flixbus.

Taking the Bus from Vienna

The main intercity bus station is Vienna International Busterminal (VIB), also known as Erdberg, in Vienna's third district at Landstrasse. Though it's not located in the very center of the city, it is conveniently located for buses, being just off the main highway. It's easily reachable by the metro, as Erdberg U-Bahn station, on the U3 line, is located right across the street from the bus station. Taxis are also a good option, though carrying luggage on the metro is not usually too troublesome. Getting to Erdberg at night is possible using the cities well-connected night bus service, Nightline.

Getting to Budapest by Bus

Buses from Vienna to Budapest arrive at the Népliget Bus Station. The easiest way of reaching the city center and further on in Budapest is by using the M3 metro line (the blue line). Taxis are also a relatively inexpensive option; however, it is always important to take licensed taxis only.

Budapest, the capital of Hungary, is rapidly gaining a reputation as the "Paris of the East". Full of cultural wonders and architectural beauty, the city has a thriving nightlife, and history to keep the most enthusiastic culture vulture occupied. For a more relaxing time, many visitors and locals go to the natural geothermal springs across the city.

FAQs: Bus from Vienna to Budapest

FAQs: Take the bus from Vienna to Budapest with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Vienna to Budapest.

Cheap bus tickets from Vienna to Budapest can start from as little as $11 (€10) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Vienna to Budapest is $13 (€12); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by bus from Vienna to Budapest is 2 h 55 min to travel the 133 mile (214 km) long journey, with around there are 4 buses per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Vienna to Budapest leaves at 5: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Vienna to Budapest leaves at 9: 55 PM.

Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day from Vienna to Budapest with FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.

For the best Vienna to Budapest bus to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with RegioJet a. S. (RJ_SK), Euroclub, Karat-S, RegioJet, Eurolines Germany, RegioJet a. S. STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Arda Tur, Eurolines Switzerland, Nomago, Flixbus or BlaBlaCar. However, it's always good to check all possible bus providers with services between Vienna and Budapest to compare what amenities they may offer.

When departing from Vienna, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz, Vienna, Mitte-Landstraße S+U and Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). When arriving in Budapest, you can end your journey in bus stations like Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás and Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út).

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz, which is located around 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, located 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Budapest from Vienna is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Vienna to Budapest is July.

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