Budapest to Vienna

Budapest to Vienna

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Budapest to Vienna Destination Reviews

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Szilard G
Everything was great! I was surprised that the meals available during the trip weren't expensive.
Budapest to Vienna, Train Relax, RegioJet, Jan 29, 2026
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Anita A
I’m quite disappointed that our seat number and return time were changed. If that time had been suitable for us, we would have booked our return tickets for that time from the start. Could you please explain why this change was made?”
Budapest to Vienna, Train Low cost, RegioJet, Nov 16, 2025
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Budapest to Vienna Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
Minivan 7pax
Any time
+2h 26m
$333.02
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
01:45
04:50
$16.57
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
04:15
07:30
$23.75
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
05:00
07:55
$19.34
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
05:30
08:20
$22.64
Train
MAV
Second Class
05:49
08:20
$68.48
Flight
Lufthansa
Economy
06:05
12:35
$377.44
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
06:30
09:45
$26.50
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
06:50
09:45
$26.50
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
07:10
10:40
$24.29
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
07:40
11:45
$29.81
Train
RegioJet
Low cost
07:58
10:32
$16.61
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Bus
FlixBus
Standard
08:15
11:10
$12.16
Flight
Eurowings
Economy
08:35
07:55
$255.92
Flight
Turkish Airlines
Economy
08:55
09:05
$185.52
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
09:15
12:15
$15.47
Flight
LOT Polish Airlines
Economy
09:40
18:45
$371.86
Flight
Lufthansa
Economy
10:00
16:35
$506.68
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
10:20
13:45
$25.95
Bus
FlixBus
Standard
10:40
13:40
$14.93

How to get from Budapest to Vienna

When you want to get from Budapest to Vienna, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 37.26. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 18.61.

How far is Budapest from Vienna?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Budapest to Vienna. Your trip will be a total of 76 miles (122 km). The flying distance is 76 miles (122 km).

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

The travel time from Budapest to Vienna can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 22 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Budapest to Vienna varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is FlixBus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 18.61 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 37.26.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Budapest to Vienna:

  • Bus tickets - USD 18.61 to USD 37.26;
  • Train tickets - USD 19.25 to USD 36.21;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 27.09. From Budapest to Vienna starting from 22:50 Budapest Nepliget Station until 22:50 Budapest Nepliget Station
  • flight price: USD 140.87. From Budapest to Vienna starting from 15:20 Budapest Airport until 15:20 Budapest Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 265.99 to USD 2,204.85.

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

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 01:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:45. There are 41 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 16 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Budapest to Vienna is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Budapest to Vienna. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 265.99.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Budapest to Vienna

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Budapest to Vienna? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 95% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 3% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Budapest to Vienna

Facts about the transport from Budapest to Vienna

Cheapest Transport$19
Fastest Transport2h 26m
Earliest Departure1:45 AM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day57
Distance122 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAir Serbia, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, FlixBus, RegioJet, RegioJet, RegioJet, Simplicity