The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vienna to Budapest
Cheapest price on 29 Sept
15฿
Average ticket price on 29 Sept
19฿
Fastest journey on 29 Sept
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 29 Sept
2 h 50 m
Buses on 29 Sept
53
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vienna to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Budapest will cost around 19฿ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 15฿.
On Tue, 29 Sept, we found 53 buses from Vienna to Budapest, including 49 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 214 km distance in an average of 2 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)10:50 AM5h25Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz4:15 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás15 ฿1One-way1 change
(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)10:50 AM5h45Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz4:35 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar15 ฿1One-way1 change
FlixBus2:45 PM3h05Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)5:50 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás15 ฿1One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:15 AM3h00Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)10:15 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás15 ฿1One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:15 AM3h20Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)10:35 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar15 ฿1One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:55 PM2h50Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)9:45 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar28 ฿1One-way0 changes
FlixBus9:00 PM2h50Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)11:50 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar26 ฿1One-way0 changes
FlixBus3:50 AM2h50Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz6:40 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás22 ฿1One-way0 changes
FlixBus7:45 PM2h50Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)10:35 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar19 ฿1One-way0 changes
FlixBus6:40 PM2h50Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz9:30 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás17 ฿1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Vienna to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Budapest coaches for today, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2h55 | 1:10 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h10 | 1:25 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h15 | 2:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h20 | 2:55 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h05 | 2:40 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 4h00 | 3:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h16 | 4:01 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h50 | 4:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h30 | 4:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h10 | 4:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h05 | 5:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h25 | 6:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h50 | 7:05 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h16 | 6:31 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h55 | 7:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h01 | 7:46 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h45 | 8:55 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h25 | 8:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h00 | 8:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h50 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h05 | 9:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2h50 | 9:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h10 | 10:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h25 | 10:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h20 | 11:05 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2h50 | 10:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:10 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h00 | 11:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h20 | 12:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h05 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2h50 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 6h55 | 5:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 change | |
(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 7h15 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h05 | 2:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h25 | 3:10 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday, 29 September | |||||
FlixBus | 1:25 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 4h25 | 5:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h50 | 5:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h30 | 4:55 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h05 | 5:35 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h40 | 7:30 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h50 | 6:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h15 | 7:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h25 | 9:05 AM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h45 | 9:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h25 | 9:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h05 | 9:05 AM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h00 | 10:15 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:15 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h20 | 10:35 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h45 | 11:15 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h16 | 11:16 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h50 | 11:50 AM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h55 | 11:40 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h20 | 12:35 PM Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h55 | 12:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h40 | 1:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 3h25 | 12:55 PM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Budapest
Buses from Vienna to Budapest run on average 48 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 8฿ if you book in advance.
There are 48 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 214 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 214 km |
Average bus duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price 8฿ |
Buses per day 48 |
Direct buses 48 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, ArdaTur, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus from Vienna to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Budapest with FlixBus, ArdaTur, BlaBlaCar Bus, Infobus for as low as 8฿. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Vienna to Budapest coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Budapest by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Budapest
Most Vienna to Budapest buses use the Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Vienna station do buses to Budapest leave from?
Getting to Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz from Vienna city centre
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz bus station facilities and services
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant 1 (in the station), Restaurant 2 (in the station), Restaurant 3 (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) from Vienna city centre
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) bus station facilities and services
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Wien from Vienna city centre
Wien bus station facilities and services
Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes are within the vicinity.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Wien. ATMs are aTMs are available within the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien: The station is accessible for individuals with disabilities.
Which Budapest station do buses from Vienna arrive at?
Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér from Budapest city centre
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