How to travel from Schwechat to Budapest

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Schwechat to Budapest

Omio recommends booking the flight 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 €26 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. 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 €26, while a flight costs an average of €368.

Distance: 127 miles (205 km)

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€368

Average price

€28

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€26

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Cheapest

€65

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(fuel + tolls)

4h 4m

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2h 4m

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3h 10m

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2h 40m

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30m

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3h 29m

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2h 59m

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30m

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2h 35m

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0.6 - 1.2kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Schwechat to Budapest is a bus with an average price of €26.

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

A bus is €3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schwechat to Budapest costing on average €28.

A bus is €343 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Schwechat to Budapest costing on average €368.

The fastest way to travel from Schwechat to Budapest is by train with an average journey time of 3h 10m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Bus takes on average 3h 29m.

Flight takes on average 4h 4m.

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 train as it is the most popular way to get from Schwechat to Budapest among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €28 compared to roughly €65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €36. The journey takes 2h 40m versus 2h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Schwechat to Budapest

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

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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)
    11:25 PM6h20
    Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal
    5:45 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    191One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • RegioJet a.s.(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)
    11:25 PM6h20
    Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal
    5:45 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    191One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS631
    9:50 AM0h45
    Vienna International Airport
    10:35 AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1211One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • RegioJet a.s.(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)
    11:25 PM6h40
    Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal
    6:05 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    191One-way
    1 transfer
  • RegioJet a.s.(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)
    10:50 PM6h55
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    5:45 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás
    191One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    7:50 AM3h25
    Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal
    11:15 AMBudapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér
    191One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS639
    9:40 PM0h45
    Vienna International Airport
    10:25 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1211One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS635
    1:45 PM0h45
    Vienna International Airport
    2:30 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1211One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2757 · EW2784
    4:05 PM4h05
    Vienna International Airport
    8:10 PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    2051One-way
    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 train with an average price of €15.

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

A train is €2 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Schwechat to Budapest costing on average €17.

A train is €151 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Schwechat to Budapest costing on average €166.

The fastest way to travel from Schwechat to Budapest is by train with an average journey time of 3h 12m.

Other travel options to Budapest take longer:

Flight takes on average 3h 36m.

Bus takes on average 3h 36m.

The distance from Schwechat to Budapest is approximately 127 miles (205 km).
The average frequency per day from Schwechat to Budapest is:
  • Around 28 buses per day.
  • Around 9 flights per day.
  • Around 7 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 Keleti.
  • 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 FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Budapest by bus.
  • Travel with RegioJet a.s., ÖBB, 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:
  • 23 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
  • 4 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, Paris. 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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