How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Budapest?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Budapest start from ARS 22,324. The average price for this route is around ARS 36,392. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Budapest?

The average bus trip duration from Vienna to Budapest is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Arda Tur .

Which bus companies service the Vienna to Budapest route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 78 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , BlaBlaCar Bus , RegioJet , Arda Tur .

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

The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Budapest at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Vienna to Budapest generates an estimated 5.3442 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Vienna to Budapest?

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 1076 reviews.

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

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

Which bus company has the most timely service from Vienna to Budapest?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is RegioJet , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

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

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

Bus Vienna to Budapest from ARS 17,089 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Vienna to Budapest on May 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:30pm	Wien Edbergstarsse 200 A	2h 20m	11:50pm	Könyves Kálmán	CheapestFastest
Bus	10:50pm	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 15m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	3h 25m	5:15am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	2:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 45m	5:35am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	7:35am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	3h	10:35am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Budapest on May 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50pm	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 15m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Wien Edbergstarsse 200 A	2h 20m	11:50pm	Könyves Kálmán	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 40m	2:50am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	2:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 45m	5:35am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	7:35am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	3h	10:35am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Budapest on May 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50pm	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 15m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
Bus	12:10pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 30m	2:40pm	Kelenföld	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 40m	2:50am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	2:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 45m	5:35am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	7:35am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	3h	10:35am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Budapest on May 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50pm	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 15m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Wien Edbergstarsse 200 A	2h 20m	11:50pm	Könyves Kálmán	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 40m	2:50am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	3h 25m	5:15am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	2:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 45m	5:35am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Budapest on May 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50pm	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 15m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Wien Edbergstarsse 200 A	2h 20m	11:50pm	Könyves Kálmán	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 40m	2:50am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	3h 25m	5:15am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	2:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 45m	5:35am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Budapest on May 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:30pm	Erdberg	3h 10m	5:40pm	Könyves Kálmán	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Wien Edbergstarsse 200 A	2h 20m	11:50pm	Könyves Kálmán	Fastest
Bus	10:50pm	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 15m	6:05am	Népliget	No tags
Bus	12:10am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 40m	2:50am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	3h 25m	5:15am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Budapest on May 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:50pm	Hbf Main train station (Südtiroler Platz)	7h 15m	6:05am	Népliget	Cheapest
Bus	9:30pm	Wien Edbergstarsse 200 A	2h 20m	11:50pm	Könyves Kálmán	Fastest
Bus	12:10am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 40m	2:50am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	1:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	3h 25m	5:15am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags
Bus	2:50am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	2h 45m	5:35am	Könyves Kálmán	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Vienna to Budapest

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Budapest. The journey takes about 2 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just ARS 19,131, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6train per day

2h 31mAverage Duration

133 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceARS 22,324 - ARS 119,516	Average Duration3h 5m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceARS 19,131 - ARS 171,542	Average Duration2h 31m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Budapest?

Stops in Vienna

A
Vienna Airport
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B
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
C
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
D
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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E
Matzleinsdorferplatz
Triester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
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F
Stadion Center
Engerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
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Stops in Budapest

A
Kelenföld
Budapest, Etele tér 11, 1115 Hungary
B
Könyves Kálmán
Könyves Kálmán körút Straße, , die Haltestelle des Stadtverkehrs , Nr. 901, 918, 937
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C
Népliget
Budapest, Könyves Kálmán krt. 13, 1097 Hungary
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D
Budapest Airport
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E
Mexikói út
Budapest, Horvát Boldizsár u. 1, 1142 Hungary
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F
Budapest Airport BUD
Budapest, Ferihegyi Repülőtér, Hungary
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Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,697 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Users have reported that the bus service is punctual, comfortable, and clean. However, there are mentions of unstable WiFi and a lack of drinking water provided during the trip. Overall, passengers appreciate the timely service but note some areas for improvement regarding amenities offered on board.

FlixBus Vienna Budapest recent customer reviews

I like that it’s on time, but the thing that I don’t like is WiFi unstable, no drinking water given in the trip

Amna A.

November 5, 2024

Terrible 5 hours

Eleftheria Maria A.

December 20, 2025

Very good

Yalin Z.

October 23, 2025

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/511,828 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

RegioJet

4.1/51,076 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

Customers have expressed dissatisfaction with the train service, specifically mentioning issues such as late arrivals and uncomfortable temperatures inside the train. These concerns seem to be consistent across multiple reviews, indicating a need for improvements in both punctuality and air conditioning.

RegioJet Vienna Budapest recent customer reviews

it's time to change the cars for new ones and try not to be late to service the train. railway carriage

Maxut D.

July 10, 2022

Train was way too warm inside. It was 36° outside today and was stifling in the train. Air conditioning needs to be improved.

Gavin G.

June 29, 2022

It was okay I guess. We had a delay for 30 minutes. I booked two tickets and the seats were not next to each other but we sat next to each other.

Apostolos M.

December 9, 2021

Arda Tur

3.1/5265 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.7

Based on 265 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. Arda Tur ticket prices on this trip start at ARS 29,401

Arda Tur Vienna Budapest recent customer reviews

Horrendous; got delayed by an hour, bus was disgusting and loud, people were rude

Jonhan C.

December 4, 2025

Bus was late more than 2 hours. The staff was not polite and bus was smelly and dirthy

Biljana G.

October 31, 2019

HU bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, KLR Bus, Itabus, RegioJet, LIKEBUS

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vienna to Budapest by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Budapest?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Budapest start from ARS 22,324. The average price for this route is around ARS 36,392. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Budapest?
The average bus trip duration from Vienna to Budapest is 3h 5m, covering a distance of 133 miles (214 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 20m and is operated by Arda Tur.
Which bus companies service the Vienna to Budapest route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 78 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, RegioJet, Arda Tur.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Budapest?
The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Budapest at 12:10am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Budapest?
A bus trip from Vienna to Budapest generates an estimated 5.3442 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Vienna to Budapest?
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 1076 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Budapest?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Vienna to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna to Budapest?
According to Busbud traveler 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

05/22

ARS 39,168

05/23

ARS 45,324

Today

ARS 34,220

05/25

ARS 32,163

05/26

ARS 25,316

05/27

ARS 25,316

05/28

ARS 25,316

05/29

ARS 29,919

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Budapest was searched and found on May 26, 2026 with a price of ARS 25,316

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

You can expect to pay from ARS 25,316 to ARS 100,903 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Budapest based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ARS 25,316 which is on 2026-05-26.

Usually FlixBus 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.