Budapest to Vienna by bus
Travelling from Budapest to Vienna by bus takes about 3h 10m, run by City transit, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is flight, at 45m. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €13
- Total journey
- 3h 10m
- Change
- 1 transfer
- Operator
- City transit, FlixBus
Omio catalogue, Sep 8 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Budapest to Budapest KelenföldCity transit10m
The exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Change at Budapest Kelenföld - 2Budapest Kelenföld to Vienna International
FlixBus2h 40mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Budapest to Vienna
FlixBus runs 104 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:15 and the last at 23:45.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 104 | 00:15 | 23:45 |
| ArdaTur | 1 | 04:10 | 04:10 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €349Checked Sep 5 | 45mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €9Omio catalogue, Sep 8 | 2h 37mdirect | See Train details |
- Flight€349Checked Sep 545m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€9Omio catalogue, Sep 82h 37m · directSee Train details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Tue, Sep 8
Budapest to Vienna by bus: common questions
How long does Budapest to Vienna take by bus?
About 3h 10m, 1 transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Budapest to Vienna?
Omio publishes €13 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Budapest to Vienna?
City transit, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the flight better?
The flight is faster at 45m. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
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