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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna Hbf to Budapest
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€21
Fastest journey on Sep 18
2 h 20 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
2 h 46 m
Buses on Sep 18
31
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna Hbf to Budapest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna Hbf to Budapest will cost around €21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 31 buses from Vienna Hbf to Budapest, including 25 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 213 km distance in an average of 2 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
(Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)10:50 PM6h55Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz5:45 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€181One-way1 transfer- (Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)11:25 PM6h20Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal5:45 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€181One-way1 transfer
- (Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest)10:50 PM7h15Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz6:05 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€181One-way1 transfer
FlixBus8:45 AM2h55Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz11:40 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€201One-way0 transfers- FlixBus4:15 PM2h55Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz7:10 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€201One-way0 transfers
73490049:30 PM2h20Vienna Hbf11:50 PMBudapest€201One-way0 transfers- FlixBus3:50 AM2h50Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz6:40 AMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€221One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:40 PM2h50Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz9:30 PMBudapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás€211One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus8:45 AM2h55Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz11:40 AMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€201One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus4:15 PM2h55Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz7:10 PMBudapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar€201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna Hbf to Budapest
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna Hbf to Budapest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, while a flight costs an average of €302.
Distance: 213 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€19 Average price | €15 Average price Cheapest | €302 Average price | €67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 46m Average total duration 3h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company | Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna Hbf to Budapest:
A train is €3 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna Hbf to Budapest costing on average €19.
A train is €287 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna Hbf to Budapest costing on average €302.
Other travel options to Budapest take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 57m.
Bus takes on average 3h 5m.
Live departures
Vienna Hbf to Budapest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna Hbf to Budapest buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 11:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h15 | 2:30 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:25 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 4h50 | 4:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 12:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h16 | 4:01 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h10 | 4:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h30 | 4:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h16 | 6:31 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h55 | 7:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h50 | 9:30 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h05 | 9:45 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h25 | 10:40 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h10 | 10:25 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h20 | 12:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h05 | 11:50 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 6h55 | 5:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 7h15 | 6:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:25 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 6h20 | 5:45 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h05 | 2:50 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:25 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h50 | 5:15 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:25 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h30 | 4:55 AM Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h50 | 6:40 AM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h15 | 7:05 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h45 | 9:25 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h25 | 9:05 AM Budapest, Krisztina körút / Kosciuszkó Tádé utca | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 3h25 | 11:40 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:45 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h55 | 11:40 AM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2h55 | 12:10 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 0 transfersDirect | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 5h45 | 4:35 PM Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 1 transfer | |
| (Vienna -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Budapest) | 10:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 5h25 | 4:15 PM Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna Hbf to Budapest
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Buses from Vienna Hbf to Budapest run on average 26 times per day, taking around 3h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 26 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:40, the last at 21:25. The fastest bus covers the 213 km distance in 2h 20m.
Distance 213 km |
Average bus duration 3h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 26 |
Direct buses 26 |
Fastest bus 2h 20m |
First bus 3:40 AM |
Last bus 9:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Bus providers: ArdaTur, FlixBus from Vienna Hbf to BudapestYou can travel by bus between Vienna Hbf to Budapest with ArdaTur, FlixBus for as low as €9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vienna Hbf to Budapest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna Hbf to Budapest by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Budapest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vienna Hbf to Budapest
Most Vienna Hbf to Budapest buses use the Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station pair, with some services arriving at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás. Use this guide to compare Vienna Hbf and Budapest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás from Budapest city centre
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás bus station facilities and services
Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station), Bistro Budapest (0.5 km), Café Central (0.7 km).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the station for cash withdrawals.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás: Elevators, ramps.
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