How to travel from Schwechat to Budapest

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Schwechat to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Schwechat to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €25, while a flight costs an average of €395.

Distance: 127 miles (205 km)

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Driving

€25

Average price

Cheapest

€27

Average price

€395

Average price

€65

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 29m

Average total duration

2h 59m

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30m

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3h 8m

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2h 38m

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30m

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4h 39m

Average total duration

2h 39m

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2h 0m

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2h 35m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

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Lowest

0.6 - 1.2kg

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CO2 emissions

FlixBus

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RegioJet a.s.

Most popular train company

Lot Polish Airlines

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Compare ways to travel from Schwechat to Budapest

Compare the available ways to get from Schwechat to Budapest, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Schwechat to Budapest is a bus with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Schwechat to Budapest:

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schwechat to Budapest costing on average €27.

A bus is €371 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Schwechat to Budapest costing on average €395.

The fastest way to travel from Schwechat to Budapest is by train with an average journey time of 3h 8m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 29m.

Flight takes on average 4h 39m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Schwechat and Budapest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Schwechat to Budapest among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €41. The journey takes 2h 59m versus 2h 35m 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.

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.

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from Schwechat to Budapest

How to get from Schwechat to Budapest by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Schwechat to Budapest is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RegioJet a.s.(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)
    1 transfer

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  • RegioJet a.s.(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

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  • RegioJet a.s.(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)
    1 transfer
  • RegioJet a.s.(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)
    1 transfer
  • RegioJet a.s.(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Schwechat to Budapest

Travel to Budapest easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Schwechat to Budapest.

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There are 3 options to travel between Schwechat and Budapest including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Schwechat to Budapest is a bus with an average price of €25.

This is compared to other travel options from Schwechat to Budapest:

A bus is €2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schwechat to Budapest costing on average €27.

A bus is €371 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Schwechat to Budapest costing on average €395.

The fastest way to travel from Schwechat to Budapest is by train with an average journey time of 3h 8m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 29m.

Flight takes on average 4h 39m.

The distance from Schwechat to Budapest is approximately 127 miles (205 km).
The average frequency per day from Schwechat to Budapest is:
  • Around 25 buses per day.
  • Around 16 flights per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Schwechat and Budapest as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Schwechat to Budapest:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Airport and arrive in Budapest-Kelenfoeld.
  • Buses mostly depart from Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal and arrive in Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Schwechat to Budapest, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Eurowings, braathens regional aviation, Air Dolomiti, British Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, Avion Express Malta, Swiss, GetJet Airlines, Helvetic Airways to go to Budapest by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Budapest by bus.
  • Travel with RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB to go to Budapest by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Schwechat to Budapest with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, braathens regional aviation, Air Dolomiti.
  • 25 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 3 direct trains per day with RegioJet a.s..
Omio customers who travel from Schwechat to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Prague, Bratislava, Munich, Zagreb. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Budapest to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Budapest, you can relax at the Széchenyi Thermal Bath, explore the vibrant Great Market Hall, take a scenic cruise on the Danube River for unique views of landmarks, visit the House of Terror Museum, and enjoy a performance at the Hungarian State Opera House. Don't miss sights like Buda Castle, the Parliament Building, Fisherman's Bastion, St. Stephen's Basilica, and Heroes' Square for their stunning architecture and historical significance.
Three to four days are generally recommended to explore Budapest’s main attractions, including the historic Buda Castle, thermal baths, and vibrant ruin bars.
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