There are 6 ways to get from Vienna to Budapest by train, bus, 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
Train • 2h 22m
12 000 Ft - 21 000 Ft
Cheapest option
Bus • 2h 45m
2 800 Ft - 6 500 Ft
4 alternative options
Bus via Népliget • 3h 31m
4 500 Ft - 6 479 Ft
Rideshare • 3h 5m
4 392 Ft
Drive • 2h 20m
8 500 Ft - 13 000 Ft
Fly, train • 2h 46m
13 234 Ft - 49 794 Ft
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International entry into Hungary from Austria
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Restricted for: Foreign nationals
Conditions of entry to Hungary
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Wearing a face mask on public transport in Budapest is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Budapest is 1.5 metres.
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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 23€ - 35€ and takes 2h 20m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, Hbf and arriving at Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 22m.
The distance between Vienna and Budapest is 214 km. The road distance is 242.9 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs 30€ - 60€.
The train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld takes 2h 22m including transfers and departs hourly.
Vienna to Budapest bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Vienna, Hbf station.
Vienna to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Budapest is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs 30€ - 60€. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 7€ - 17€ and takes 2h 45m.
- Distance: 214.2 km
- Duration: 2h 22m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Budapest, Hungary?
Railjet operates a train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld every 4 hours. Tickets cost 12 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft and the journey takes 2h 22m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Vienna, Hbf to Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop every 2 hours. Tickets cost 2 800 Ft - 4 000 Ft and the journey takes 2h 45m. FlixBus also services this route every 4 hours.
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Budapest
- Ave. Duration
- 48 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 38 000 Ft - 95 000 Ft
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 22m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 12 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft
- Website
- Railjet
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 15 000 Ft - 21 000 Ft
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
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 42m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 26 000 Ft - 46 000 Ft
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
- Phone
- 0219521
- Website
- cfrcalatori.ro
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 1 900 Ft - 6 500 Ft
- Website
- Romanian Railways (CFR)
- 2nd Class
- 1 900 Ft - 2 400 Ft
- 1st Class
- 5 500 Ft - 6 500 Ft
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Ferihegy to Budapest-Nyugati
- Ave. Duration
- 25 min
- Frequency
- Every 15 minutes
- Estimated price
- 350 Ft - 410 Ft
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
- 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 2 hours
- Estimated price
- 2 800 Ft - 4 000 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 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Vienna, Vienna Central Station to Budapest, Budapest Kelenföld
- Ave. Duration
- 3h
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 5 000 Ft - 6 500 Ft
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Bus from Vienna, Vienna Central Station to Budapest, Budapest Népliget
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- 5 000 Ft - 6 500 Ft
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- +371 67214512
- info@ecolines.lv
- Website
- ecolines.net
Bus from Wien to Budapest Népliget
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 5m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 4 200 Ft - 6 000 Ft
- Schedules at
- ecolines.net
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
- 4 392 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 Railjet, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Budapest is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Vienna to Budapest.
Austrian Airlines offers flights from Vienna Airport to Budapest Airport.
Book your Vienna to Budapest bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.
There are 5389+ hotels available in Budapest. Prices start at 30 000 Ft per night.
The best way to get from Vienna to Vienna Airport is to line 9011 train which takes 16 min and costs 12€.