Vienna to Budapest by train, bus, flight, taxi from EUR 9

Vienna to Budapest Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver	Minivan 4pax	Any time	+2h 37m	$275.76
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	02:30	05:35	$19.00
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	02:50	05:35	$19.56
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	03:50	07:05	$23.45
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	05:40	09:05	$24.02
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	06:00	09:05	$19.00
Flight	Wizz Air Malta	Economy	06:20	22:40	$103.91
Train	MAV	Second Class	06:40	09:19	$34.05	4.5
Flight	Wizz Air	Economy	07:00	06:10	$104.50
Flight	Wizz Air	Economy	07:20	12:10	$127.98
Train	MAV	Second Class	07:40	10:19	$19.96	4.5
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	08:00	11:16	$18.45
Flight	SWISS International Airlines	Economy	08:25	19:15	$224.60
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	08:45	11:40	$17.88
Flight	Alitalia	Economy	09:10	07:30	$233.65
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	09:30	12:25	$26.25
Flight	Air Serbia	Economy	09:50	18:55	$186.68
Bus	FlixBus	Standard	10:15	13:25	$19.56
Flight	El Al	Economy	10:35	22:25	$592.00
Flight	SWISS International Airlines	Economy	10:55	19:15	$1,158.82

Transportation from Vienna to Budapest

Facts about the transport from Vienna to Budapest

Cheapest Transport	$11
Fastest Transport	2h 24m
Earliest Departure	2:30 AM
Latest Departure	11:45 PM
Departures per day	56
Distance	120 kilometers
Transport Companies	Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, FlixBus, RegioJet, RegioJet, Simplicity, Wizz Air, Wizz Air Malta

Popular Routes

How to get from Vienna to Budapest

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 2,118.11 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 10.54.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 17 hours to travel between Vienna and Budapest depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Vienna and Budapest. Train will bring you to your destination in 2h 24m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 16h 40m to reach Budapest.

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

33 from Vienna to Budapest starting from 02:30 Vienna Erdberg until 23:45 Vienna Central Bus Terminal
16 from Vienna to Budapest starting from 07:34 Vienna Central Railway Station until 17:27 Vienna Central Railway Station
1 by flight from Vienna to Budapest starting from 06:00 Vienna Airport until 06:00 Vienna Airport
6 from Vienna to Budapest starting from 00:00 Vienna Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Vienna Hotel Transfer

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?

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

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, 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.

Vienna to Budapest