There are 6 ways to get from Vienna to Budapest by bus, train, rideshare, car or plane
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Bus
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Take the bus from Vienna, Hbf to Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop
5 alternative options
Train
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Take the train from Vienna Central Train Station to Budapest Déli Train Station
Bus via Népliget M
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Take the bus from Vienna Central Station to Budapest Népliget bus station
Rideshare
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Take the rideshare from Vienna to Budapest
Drive
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Drive from Vienna to Budapest
Fly
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Fly from Vienna (VIE) to Budapest (BUD)
Vienna to Budapest by bus
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International entry into Hungary from Austria
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
Conditions of entry into Hungary from Austria
- There are no current restrictions
Rules to follow in Hungary
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into Hungary is currently allowed from Austria.
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- Face masks are recommended
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- There are no current restrictions
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Budapest is 0036 6 80 277 455.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Budapest is recommended.
The social distance requirement in Budapest is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 0036 6 80 277 455.
No, returning to Austria from Hungary is currently allowed.
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Last updated: 28 Jul 2022
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Budapest is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 3h 5m.
The quickest way to get from Vienna to Budapest is to drive which costs €45 - €65 and takes 2h 21m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, Hbf and arriving at Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vienna Central Train Station station and arriving at Budapest Déli Train Station station. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 47m.
The distance between Vienna and Budapest is 214 km. The road distance is 243 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Budapest without a car is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs €7 - €17.
The bus from Vienna, Hbf to Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop takes 2h 45m including transfers and departs every three hours.
Vienna to Budapest bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Vienna, Hbf station.
Vienna to Budapest train services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Vienna Central Train Station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Budapest is to bus which takes 2h 45m and costs €7 - €17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €9 - €28 and takes 2h 47m, you could also fly, which costs €40 - €250 and takes 2h 44m.
- Distance: 214.2 km
- Duration: 2h 45m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Budapest, Hungary?
RegioJet operates a bus from Vienna, Hbf to Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop every 3 hours. Tickets cost 3 100 Ft - 4 400 Ft and the journey takes 2h 45m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a train from Vienna Central Train Station to Budapest Déli Train Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost 4 200 Ft - 15 000 Ft and the journey takes 2h 47m. Four other operators also service this route.
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Budapest
- Ave. Duration
- 45 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 44 000 Ft - 200 000 Ft
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Train from Vienna Central Train Station to Budapest Déli Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 47m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 4 200 Ft - 15 000 Ft
- Website
- RegioJet
- 2nd Class
- 4 200 Ft - 6 000 Ft
- 1st Class
- 10 000 Ft - 15 000 Ft
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 18 000 Ft - 26 000 Ft
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 17m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 21 000 Ft - 32 000 Ft
- Website
- Railjet
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 17m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 50 000 Ft - 95 000 Ft
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
- Phone
- 0219521
- Website
- cfrcalatori.ro
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 3 600 Ft - 12 000 Ft
- Website
- Romanian Railways (CFR)
- 2nd Class
- 3 600 Ft - 4 600 Ft
- 1st Class
- 10 000 Ft - 12 000 Ft
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Vienna, Hbf to Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- 3 100 Ft - 4 400 Ft
- Website
- RegioJet
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Vienna Central Station to Budapest Kelenföld bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- 5 500 Ft - 7 000 Ft
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Vienna Central Station to Budapest Népliget bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 10m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 5 500 Ft - 7 000 Ft
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Vienna to Budapest
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- 4 914 Ft
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Vienna Airport to Budapest Airport is the direct flight which takes 45 min.
Vienna to Budapest bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop station.
Vienna to Budapest train services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Budapest Déli Train Station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Budapest is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Vienna to Budapest.
Austrian Airlines offers flights from Vienna Airport to Budapest Airport.
Book your Vienna to Budapest train tickets online with Distribusion.
Book your Vienna to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.
There are 2707+ hotels available in Budapest. Prices start at 37 500 Ft per night.
The best way to get from Vienna to Vienna Airport is to train which takes 20 min and costs €3 - €11.