Vienna to Budapest

Vienna to Budapest

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Vienna to Budapest Schedule

Vienna to Budapest Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Daytrip Minivan 7pax Any time€ 410.31
FlixBus Economy 03:50 - 07:05€ 23.99
FlixBus Economy 05:10 - 08:05€ 12
FlixBus Economy 07:15 - 10:15€ 12
FlixBus Economy 09:15 - 12:05€ 10
FlixBus Economy 11:15 - 14:30€ 23.99
FlixBus Economy 12:45 - 16:01€ 16
Lufthansa Economy #OS72115:20 - 16:05€ 441.98
Arda Tur Standard AC 16:00 - 20:00€ 20.16
MAV Second Class 19:42 - 22:20€ 30.80
MAV Second Class 21:40 - 00:19€ 29.70
RegioJet Standard 22:50 - 16:35€ 12.80

Transportation from Vienna to Budapest

Facts about the transport from Vienna to Budapest

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure3:50 AM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day48
Distance276 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaytrip, FlixBus, Lufthansa, MAV, RegioJet, Simplicity

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 2,108.32 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 10.64.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 18 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 17h 45m 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 10.64 if you opt for a FlixBus bus and as expensive as USD 2,108.32 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 ?

  • 32 from Vienna to Budapest starting from 03:50 Vienna Central Bus Terminal until 23:45 Vienna Central Bus Terminal
  • 16 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 265.14.

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

Lufthansa

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, Simplicity, Transferz

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

  • 99% took a train
  • 1% Other