There are 6 ways to get from Budapest to Vienna by train, bus, rideshare, car or plane
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Budapest to Vienna by train
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International entry into Austria from Hungary
- Entry is fully open for citizens and permanent residents of Hungary
Conditions of entry into Austria from Hungary
- There are no current restrictions
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to rideshare which costs 4 914 Ft and takes 3h 14m.
The quickest way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to drive which costs 18 000 Ft - 27 000 Ft and takes 2h 21m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop and arriving at Vienna, Hbf. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Budapest-Kelenfoeld and arriving at Wien Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 26m.
It is 214 km from Budapest to Vienna. It is approximately 243.3 km to drive.
The best way to get from Budapest to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs 2 100 Ft - 7 000 Ft.
The train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf takes 2h 26m including transfers and departs hourly.
Budapest to Vienna bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop station.
Budapest to Vienna train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
The best way to get from Budapest to Vienna is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs 2 100 Ft - 7 000 Ft. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 3 100 Ft - 7 000 Ft and takes 2h 45m, you could also fly, which costs 20 000 Ft - 100 000 Ft and takes 2h 52m.
- Distance: 214.2 km
- Duration: 2h 26m
What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Vienna, Austria?
Railjet operates a train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30 - €50 and the journey takes 2h 26m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop to Vienna, Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €7 - €11 and the journey takes 2h 45m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Budapest to Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 48 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €490
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 Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €30 - €50
- Website
- Railjet
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Train from Budapest Déli Train Station to Vienna Central Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 47m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €6 - €22
- Website
- RegioJet
- 2nd Class
- €6 - €10
- 1st Class
- €14 - €22
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €10 - €13
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
- Phone
- 0219521
- Website
- cfrcalatori.ro
Train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €5 - €17
- Website
- Romanian Railways (CFR)
- 2nd Class
- €5 - €7
- 1st Class
- €15 - €17
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop to Vienna, Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €7 - €11
- 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 Budapest Kelenföld bus station to Vienna Central Station
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €13 - €17
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Budapest Népliget bus station to Vienna Central Station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €14 - €17
- 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 Budapest to Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 14m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €13
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Budapest Airport to Vienna Airport is the direct flight which takes 45 min.
Budapest to Vienna bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Vienna, Hbf station.
Budapest to Vienna train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Wien Hbf station.
Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Vienna is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Budapest to Vienna.
Austrian Airlines offers flights from Budapest Airport to Vienna Airport.
Book your Budapest to Vienna train tickets online with Distribusion.
Book your Budapest to Vienna bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.
There are 2121+ hotels available in Vienna. Prices start at €100 per night.
The best way to get from Budapest to Budapest Airport is to bus which takes 31 min and costs 3 300 Ft - 4 100 Ft.