There are 5 ways to get from Vienna to Budapest by train, bus, rideshare or car
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.
Recommended option
Train
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Take the train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
Cheapest option
Bus
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Take the bus from Vienna, Hbf to Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop
3 alternative options
Train via Budapest-Deli
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Take the train from Wien Meidling to Budapest-Deli
Rideshare
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Take the rideshare from Vienna to Budapest
Drive
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Drive from Vienna to Budapest
Travel safe during COVID-19
International entry into Hungary from Austria
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
Restricted for: Foreign nationals
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Conditions of entry into Hungary from Austria
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival or 14 day mandatory self-quarantine
- Travellers issued with the EU Digital COVID Certificate are exempt from quarantine and COVID-19 testing
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- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival or 14 day mandatory self-quarantine
- Travellers issued with the EU Digital COVID Certificate are exempt from quarantine and COVID-19 testing
- Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from compulsory quarantine
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Rules to follow in Hungary
1.5m
Mandatory
Considerations leaving from Austria
The official advice is to avoid non-essential international travel to high risk countries
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but conditions apply when entering Hungary from Austria.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
- Nationwide control measures in place
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Budapest is 0036 6 80 277 455.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Budapest is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Budapest is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 0036 6 80 277 455.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Austria from Hungary.
See options for return travel.
Last updated: 21 Dec 2021
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Budapest is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 3h 5m.
The quickest way to get from Vienna to Budapest is to train which costs €70 - €130 and takes 2h 20m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, Hbf and arriving at Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 45m.
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Budapest-Kelenfoeld. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.
The distance between Vienna and Budapest is 214 km. The road distance is 243 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Budapest without a car is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €70 - €130.
The train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld takes 2h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.
Vienna to Budapest bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Vienna, Hbf station.
Vienna to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Budapest is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs €70 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €7 - €17 and takes 2h 45m.
- Distance: 214.2 km
- Duration: 2h 20m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Budapest, Hungary?
Railjet operates a train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld every 4 hours. Tickets cost 12 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft and the journey takes 2h 20m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, RegioJet operates a bus from Vienna, Hbf to Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop every 3 hours. Tickets cost 2 800 Ft - 4 000 Ft and the journey takes 2h 45m. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 12 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft
- Website
- Railjet
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 14 000 Ft - 19 000 Ft
- Website
- fahrplan.oebb.at
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Deli
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 53m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 2 500 Ft - 8 000 Ft
- Website
- RegioJet
- 2nd Class
- 2 500 Ft - 3 600 Ft
- 1st Class
- 5 000 Ft - 8 000 Ft
Train from Wien Meidling to Budapest-Deli
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 40m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 2 600 Ft - 8 500 Ft
- Website
- RegioJet
- 2nd Class
- 2 600 Ft - 3 700 Ft
- 1st Class
- 5 500 Ft - 8 500 Ft
- Phone
- 0219521
- Website
- cfrcalatori.ro
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 1 900 Ft - 6 500 Ft
- Website
- Romanian Railways (CFR)
- 2nd Class
- 1 900 Ft - 2 400 Ft
- 1st Class
- 5 500 Ft - 6 500 Ft
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Wien Hbf to Budapest-Kelenfoeld
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 20m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 27 000 Ft - 48 000 Ft
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Vienna, Hbf to Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- 2 800 Ft - 4 000 Ft
- Website
- RegioJet
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Vienna Central Station to Budapest Kelenföld bus station
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 45m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 5 000 Ft - 6 500 Ft
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
Blablacar is a popular ridesharing platform with 70 million users over 22 (mostly European) countries. The basic idea is that you carpool with locals who are already planning to drive your route and have space in their car. With some flexibility, you’ll get to your destination often faster and cheaper than other means. On the website or app, enter your departure and arrival points and your date of travel, sift through the profiles of drivers who’ve posted pre-planned drives and find one whose timing and preferences match yours. Request to join the ride, wait to be accepted, and pay your share of the set price.
Rome2rio's guide to BlaBlaCar
Contact Details
- Website
- blablacar.com
Rideshare from Vienna to Budapest
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- 4 471 Ft
- Book at
- blablacar.co.uk
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More Questions & Answers
Vienna to Budapest bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Budapest, Kelenföld, Somogyi utca MHD stop station.
Vienna to Budapest train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Budapest-Kelenfoeld station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Budapest is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Vienna to Budapest.
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