How to travel from Vienna to Budapest

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Travel Information from Vienna to Budapest

distanceDistance133 miles (214 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$10 - $161
cheapestCheapest modeTrain • $10 (€9) • 2 h 24 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $161 (€140) • 45 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, Austrian Airlines or RegioJet a. S.

Take a train, bus or flight to travel 133 miles (214 km) to Budapest from Vienna. The most popular travel companies which serve this route are FlixBus, Austrian Airlines or RegioJet a. S. Among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Vienna to Budapest.

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from Vienna to Budapest

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

Our recommendation
bus

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

FlixBus
09:15AM2h55
Vienna
12:10PMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar
$231One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
RegioJet a. s. (RJ_AT)
07:34AM2h24
Vienna Hbf
09:58AMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
$141One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Austrian Airlines
10:10PM0h45
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
10:55PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$5351One-way
0 transfers
Other options
RegioJet a.s.
10:27AM2h31
Vienna Hbf
12:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
$241One-way
0 transfers
RegioJet a.s.
01:27PM2h31
Vienna Hbf
03:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
$161One-way
0 transfers
RegioJet a.s.
05:27PM2h31
Vienna Hbf
07:58PMBudapest-Kelenfoeld
$191One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:15AM2h55
Vienna
01:10PMBudapest
$221One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
10:15AM3h10
Vienna
01:25PMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar
$221One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
08:00AM3h16
Vienna
11:16AMBudapest, Népliget autóbusz-pályaudvar
$231One-way
0 transfers
Eurowings
04:25PM3h50
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
08:15PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$1631One-way
1 transfer
Eurowings
08:55AM4h15
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
01:10PMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$3501One-way
1 transfer
Austrian Airlines
09:55AM0h45
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
10:40AMBudapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
$6341One-way
0 transfers

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How to Travel from Vienna to Budapest

The journey from Vienna to Budapest is popular with travelers for both business and leisure. Buses, trains, and airlines travel regularly from Vienna to Budapest every day of the week. A high-speed train is generally the fastest mode of transport for this route. Services are available from early morning until late at night. Key departure points in Vienna include U-Bahnhof Erdbergstraße VIB bus station, Vienna Central and Meidling train stations, and Vienna airport.

Trains from Vienna to Budapest | Buses from Vienna to Budapest | Return trips from Budapest to Vienna

Vienna to Budapest Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€16

2:55 h

1 Month Ahead

trains

€32

2:37 h

2 Months Ahead



What is the best way to travel from Vienna to Budapest?

Cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Budapest


cheap

Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Budapest. Buses traveling from Vienna to Budapest depart from Vienna's Erdberg bus station and take approximately 3 hours to arrive at Budapest's Könyves Kálmán körút bus station. Buses are an average of €16 cheaper than taking the train. Approximately 15 buses travel from Vienna to Budapest. Bus companies that travel from Vienna to Budapest include Flixbus, RegioJet, and Eurolines.


Fastest way to travel from Vienna to Budapest


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Taking the train is the fastest way to travel from Vienna to Budapest. Trains traveling from Vienna to Budapest depart from Vienna Hauptbahnhof and take at least 2:37 h to arrive at Budapest's Keleti train station. There are 3 trains traveling from Vienna to Budapest every day, with the first departing Vienna at 8:42 a.m. All trains that travel from Vienna to Budapest are operated by ÖBB.


Most popular way to travel from Vienna to Budapest


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Taking the bus is the most popular way to travel from Vienna to Budapest. While traveling from Vienna to Budapest by bus may take 15 minutes longer than traveling by train, buses are €16 cheaper on average. Rideshares are also travel from Vienna to Budapest frequently. Traveling by train is also a popular option for people who wish to travel from Vienna to Budapest in the comfort of a train.


How to get from Vienna to Budapest

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Vienna to Budapest, 59,63% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Vienna to Budapest and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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Attractions in Budapest

Routinely cited as one of the most beautiful cities in Europe, Budapest receives over 4.4 million international visitors every year. Some of Budapest's main attractions include the banks of the Danube river, Heroes' Square, the Buda Castle and Andrassy Avenue.

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You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $10 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

The ÖBB REX is a regional express train operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, connecting major cities and towns across the country. They are semi fast regional trains which call at fewer stations than regular regional trains. There are different ÖBB REX train types like Cityjet, Talent, Desiro and City Shuttle all offering 2nd class tickets only. Some popular ÖBB REX routes include Salzburg to Worgl, Innsbruck to Kufstein and Graz to Seltzhal.

ÖBB | REX from Vienna to Budapest travel information:

  • Average Duration: 9 h 1 min
  • Cheapest Price: $39

FlixBus is one of the most popular low-cost travel 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 travel at an affordable price. FlixBus also operates overnight travel 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 travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets.

Travel information from Vienna to Budapest with FlixBus:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 50 min
  • Cheapest Price: $19
  • FlixBus frequency: 7 a day

Austrian Airlines is Austria’s leading airline and you can choose between Economy Class or Business Class for your next travel between Vienna and Budapest.

Austrian Airlines from Vienna to Budapest travel information:

  • Average Duration: 45 min
  • Cheapest Price: $222

FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Budapest

FAQs: 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 Vienna to Budapest.
FAQs

There are 3 travel options from Vienna to Budapest: train, bus or flight.

The cheapest way to go to Budapest from Vienna is by taking a train, which costs on average $10 (€9).

This is compared to other ways of getting from Vienna to Budapest:

Taking a train costs $6 (€5) less than taking a bus, which costs on average $16 (€14) for the same trip.

Taking a train costs $151 (€131) less than taking a flight, which average ticket prices of $161 (€140).

The fastest way from Vienna to Budapest is by flight with an average journey time of 45 min.

There are alternative travel options to Budapest that take longer:

Bus takes on average 2 h 35 min.

Getting to Budapest by train takes 2 h 24 min on average.

You should expect to travel around 133 miles (214 km) between Vienna and Budapest.

The average frequency per day from Vienna to Budapest is:

  • 24 buses per day.
  • Around 12 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Budapest from Vienna as scheduled services by train, bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Vienna to Budapest:

  • Most travelers take a bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér.
  • Most travelers catch their flight from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.
  • Most travelers board their train from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Budapest-Kelenfoeld.

The following travel companies offer services from Vienna to Budapest:

  • Travel with FlixBus, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. RegioJet a. S. (RJ_SK), BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Arda Tur, Eurolines Deutschland, BlaBlaCar Bus or Euroclub to go to Budapest by bus. For a good deal on tickets, you can find FlixBus Vienna to Budapest tickets on Omio for $16 (€13).
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, SWISS, Lufthansa, LAER, Air Dolomiti, Norwegian Air, Air Baltic or LOT Polish Airlines to go to Budapest by plane. For a good deal on tickets, you can find Eurowings Vienna to Budapest tickets on Omio for $161 (€140).
  • Travel with RegioJet a. S. ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Regionalzug, studentagencyconnect_regio_jet_at, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | REX, EuroNight, Student Agency or ÖBB | Railjet to go to Budapest by train. For a good deal on tickets, you can find studentagencyconnect_regio_jet_at Vienna to Budapest tickets on Omio for $10 (€9).

Yes, there are direct routes from Vienna to Budapest with the following travel companies:

  • You can find 12 direct buses per day to Budapest with FlixBus or BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • You can find 12 direct trains per day to take to Budapest with RegioJet a. S. ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, studentagencyconnect_regio_jet_at, Student Agency or ÖBB | Railjet.

Direct services to Budapest tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.

Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Budapest often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Bratislava, Munich or Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Budapest and these popular destinations at a great price.
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