- Must visit
Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
Cheapest price
$23
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
2 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Buses per day
59
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Budapest to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Vienna will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $23.
Of the 59 buses that leave Budapest for Vienna on Sat, Jun 20, 55 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct buses cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Bratislava -> Vienna)
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Bratislava -> Vienna)
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $163.
Distance: 132 miles (214 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$28 Average price Cheapest | $34 Average price | $533 Average price | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 28m Average total duration 2h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Vienna:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Budapest to Vienna costing on average $34 (€28).
A bus is $505 (€414) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Vienna costing on average $533 (€437).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 37m.
Bus takes on average 2h 58m.
Tickets start at around $28 (€23) compared to roughly $81 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $53 (€44). The journey takes 2h 58m versus 2h 45m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ArdaTur, Infobus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:34AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 4h21 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45AM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25AM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 01:25PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 10:55PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:05AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Vienna buses for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 6:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 9:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:35 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 3h05 | 9:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h55 | 11:05 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h35 | 10:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 4h15 | 11:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h20 | 11:05 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h00 | 11:15 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h00 | 12:15 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 12:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h10 | 1:25 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h50 | 2:10 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2h50 | 1:25 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Bratislava -> Vienna) | 10:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 5h05 | 3:55 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h10 | 2:10 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Bratislava -> Vienna) | 11:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 4h40 | 3:55 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 12:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 3:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:40 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h55 | 4:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h10 | 3:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:05 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2h50 | 3:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h20 | 4:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 3h00 | 4:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h55 | 5:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2h55 | 4:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 5:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h20 | 6:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:35 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 3h00 | 6:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:20 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h10 | 7:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 4h05 | 9:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h30 | 8:40 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h30 | 9:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h00 | 8:40 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 3h05 | 9:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h05 | 9:20 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h55 | 10:55 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 3h40 | 10:55 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 11:05 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h15 | 11:30 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 3h00 | 11:30 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h20 | 1:05 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 3h00 | 1:05 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h40 | 2:10 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Cracow -> Vienna) | 10:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 7h20 | 6:10 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h50 | 2:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h25 | 2:25 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h05 | 2:10 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
(Budapest -> Prague) · (Cracow -> Vienna) | 11:10 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 7h00 | 6:10 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 3h05 | 2:25 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 2h50 | 2:10 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 3h30 | 2:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h10 | 2:55 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:34 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 4h21 | 5:55 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:45 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h05 | 4:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h40 | 5:55 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 3h30 | 5:55 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 3h30 | 7:55 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2h55 | 7:55 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 3h15 | 8:45 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 2h50 | 8:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Budapest to Vienna run on average 43 times per day, taking around 2h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $11 (€9) by train.
There are 40 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 2h 50m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 43 |
Direct buses 40 |
Fastest bus 2h 50m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Vienna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vienna trip today.
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
A major art museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, housed in the historic Belvedere palaces and gardens.
A leading museum for graphic arts and major temporary exhibitions, with a celebrated collection and central location by the State Opera.
The UNESCO-listed old town is the essential area for first-time visitors, filled with major sights, elegant streets, and imperial atmosphere.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with monumental buildings, ideal for walking, tram rides, and understanding the city’s imperial urban design.
Formal imperial gardens and viewpoints around Schönbrunn Palace, ideal for walking and among the city’s most photogenic open spaces.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef simmered in broth and served with classic sides such as apple-horseradish and chive sauce. It is one of Vienna’s most traditional imperial dishes.
A rich Viennese beef goulash, typically served with sausage, fried egg, and pickles. It is a hearty tavern favorite with roots in the city’s working-class cuisine.
One of Vienna’s leading fine dining restaurants, offering modern Austrian cuisine with exceptional technique and a refined park-side setting.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant celebrated for Tafelspitz and refined boiled beef dishes, with polished service and a classic atmosphere.
Prices are higher than in much of Central Europe. Museums, hotels, and dining add up, but public transport is good value.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and bars.
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Vienna International Busterminal -> Wien Hauptbahnhof
Buses in Europe are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering domestic and international bus routes. Buses from Budapest to Vienna are operated by Student Agency, Eurolines, and Flixbus. Both services depart from central Budapest, usually serving the central airport in Vienna. The average journey time is approximately 3 hours on direct buses. Buses depart regularly in 2-hour intervals throughout the day, from early morning to early evening.
Buses from Budapest to Vienna depart mainly from Népliget Bus Station. Located in the 9th district of Budapest on 131 Üllői street southwest of the city center, the bus station is easy to reach using public transport, particularly the metro - line M3 stops at Népliget Metro station, which is just a few minutes walk from the bus station. It's also easy to reach the station by taxi or private car, as there is a large car park on site.
Buses from Budapest to Vienna will terminate at Vienna airport, which is located 15 minutes from the city center by taxi. There is also a City Airport Train (CAT) service to the city center with a journey time of around 15 minutes, whilst the Schnellbahn S7 train reaches the city center in about 25 minutes. Vienna AirportLines runs several lines into different destinations across Vienna and operates 24 hours a day.
The historic center of Vienna is a UNESCO world heritage site, widely regarded as an open-air museum for its beautiful period architecture. Vienna is also famous for its coffee culture; visitors should make time to drop by a traditional coffee house to enjoy a Viennese coffee.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Vienna by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Vienna buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz station pair, with some services arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Use this guide to compare Budapest and Vienna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant 1 (in the station), Restaurant 2 (in the station), Restaurant 3 (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz.
Available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Elevators, ramps.
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
Available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Elevators, ramps.
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