Vienna to Budapest

Vienna to Budapest

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Vienna to Budapest Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 4pax
Any time
+2h 37m
$275.76
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
02:30
05:35
$18.95
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
02:50
05:35
$19.52
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
03:50
07:05
$23.39
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
05:40
09:05
$23.97
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
06:00
09:05
$18.95
Flight
Wizz Air Malta
Economy
06:20
22:40
$103.67
Train
MAV
Second Class
06:40
09:19
$33.97
  4.5
Flight
Wizz Air
Economy
07:00
06:10
$104.26
Flight
Wizz Air
Economy
07:20
12:10
$127.69
Train
MAV
Second Class
07:40
10:19
$19.91
  4.5
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
08:00
11:16
$18.40
Flight
SWISS International Airlines
Economy
08:25
19:15
$224.60
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
08:45
11:40
$17.84
Flight
Alitalia
Economy
09:10
07:30
$233.12
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
09:30
12:25
$26.19
Flight
Air Serbia
Economy
09:50
18:55
$186.26
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
10:15
13:25
$19.52
Flight
El Al
Economy
10:35
22:25
$592.00
Flight
SWISS International Airlines
Economy
10:55
19:15
$1,158.82

How to get from Vienna to Budapest

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 2,113.28 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 23.31.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 8 hours to travel between Vienna and Budapest depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Vienna and Budapest. Flight will bring you to your destination in 45m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 7h 15m to reach Budapest.

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

Travelling between Vienna and Budapest can be as cheap as USD 23.31 if you opt for a RegioJet train and as expensive as USD 2,113.28 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 Vienna and Budapest ?

  • 43 from Vienna to Budapest starting from 02:30 Vienna Erdberg until 23:45 Vienna Central Bus Terminal
  • 5 from Vienna to Budapest starting from 07:34 Vienna Central Railway Station until 17:27 Vienna Central Railway Station
  • 4 from Vienna to Budapest starting from 08:25 Vienna Airport until 21:40 Vienna Airport
  • 10 from Vienna to Budapest starting from 00:00 Vienna Central Train Station until 00:00 Vienna Central Train Station

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

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 Vienna to Budapest, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 331.52.

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 Vienna and Budapest

Austrian Airlines, Eurowings

Bus

Travelling from Vienna to Budapest 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 Vienna and Budapest

FlixBus, RegioJet

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 Vienna and Budapest

Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Intui Travel Transfer, 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 Vienna to Budapest?

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

  • 92% took a train
  • 7% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Vienna to Budapest

Facts about the transport from Vienna to Budapest

Cheapest Transport$24
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure2:30 ص
Latest Departure11:45 م
Departures per day62
Distance363 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAustrian Airlines, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Eurowings, FlixBus, Intui Travel Transfer, RegioJet, RegioJet, RegioJet, Simplicity