Bus from Budapest to Vienna: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Budapest to Vienna on 26 March
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Könyves Kálmán
HbfCheapest
FlixbusBus
Könyves Kálmán
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)Fastest
RegioJetBus
Népliget
Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)No tags
FlixbusBus
Budapest Airport (BUD)
ErdbergNo tags
FlixbusBus
Budapest Airport (BUD)
ErdbergNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Budapest to Vienna

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 228, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7train per day
2h 40mAverage duration
216 kmDistance
5kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 267 - R 1 065Average duration3h 5m
5kg CO₂e
Average priceR 228 - R 2 059Average duration2h 40m
5kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Budapest to Vienna by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Budapest to Vienna?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Budapest to Vienna start at R 267. The average price for this route is around R 412. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. Which bus companies service the Budapest to Vienna route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 75 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet.

  3. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Budapest to Vienna?

    The earliest bus departs from Budapest to Vienna at 01:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.

  4. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Budapest to Vienna?

    A bus trip from Budapest to Vienna produces an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  5. What is the best bus company from Budapest to Vienna?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1069 reviews.

  6. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Budapest to Vienna?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

  7. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Budapest to Vienna?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Budapest to Vienna?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
23/03
R 341
24/03
R 330
Today
R 330
26/03
R 258
27/03
R 320
28/03
R 289
29/03
R 361
30/03
R 289
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Budapest to Vienna was searched and found on 26 Mar 2026 with a price of R 258

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Budapest to Vienna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 258 to R 929 for a bus ticket from Budapest to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 258, which is on 2026-03-26.

Usually RegioJet will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

What's the cheapest way to go from Budapest to Vienna?

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