Budapest to Vienna

Budapest to Vienna

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Budapest to Vienna Schedule

Budapest to Vienna Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Simplicity Standard 4pax Any timeHUF 295,455
FlixBus Economy 04:45 - 07:35$ 11.59
FlixBus Economy 06:45 - 21:25€ 18.90
FlixBus Economy 09:05 - 13:30€ 12.90
RegioJet Standard 10:50 - 18:55HUF 8,316
FlixBus Economy 12:50 - 00:55€ 25.90
Turkish Airlines Economy 14:15 - 12:50HUF 52,625
FlixBus Economy 16:45 - 19:55HUF 6,346
FlixBus Economy 19:35 - 00:55€ 25.90
MAV Second Class 20:40 - 23:21€ 14.30
RegioJet Standard 22:50 - 07:40€ 21

Transportation from Budapest to Vienna

Facts about the transport from Budapest to Vienna

Cheapest Transport$13
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure4:45 AM
Latest Departure11:15 PM
Departures per day26
Distance245 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, FlixBus, Lufthansa, RegioJet, Simplicity, Union Ivkoni International

How to get from Budapest to Vienna

Travelling between Budapest and Vienna is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 2,010.84 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 19.00.

How long does it take to get from Budapest to Vienna?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 22 hours to travel between Budapest and Vienna depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Budapest and Vienna. Flight will bring you to your destination in 45m. Bus+train does a much slower job and take about 21h 25m to reach Vienna.

How much does it cost to get from Budapest to Vienna?

Travelling between Budapest and Vienna can be as cheap as USD 19.00 if you opt for a MAV train and as expensive as USD 2,010.84 if you buy a Simplicity taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Budapest and Vienna ?

  • 16 from Budapest to Vienna starting from 05:40 Budapest Keleti until 20:40 Budapest Keleti
  • 2 from Budapest to Vienna starting from 07:00 Budapest Airport until 15:00 Budapest Airport
  • 8 from Budapest to Vienna starting from 00:00 Budapest Airport until 00:00 Budapest Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Budapest to Vienna.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Budapest to Vienna, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 196.45.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Budapest and Vienna

Lufthansa

Bus

Travelling from Budapest to Vienna overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Budapest and Vienna

FlixBus, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni International

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Budapest and Vienna

Daytrip, Simplicity

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Budapest to Vienna?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 91% took a train
  • 5% chosen Bus+Train
  • 4% opted for a bus