THE SHORT VERSION
Vienna to Budapest at a glance.
- From
- Vienna Wien
- To
- Budapest
- Road distance
- About 244 km
- Straight line
- 214 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Budapest to Vienna →
- Border
- Austria → Hungary. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Vienna
Vienna has many international bus services to central and eastern Europe, Germany and Italy, using several terminals and stops rather than one station.
- Vienna International Busterminal (VIB)
At Erdberg (U3). Many international coaches. - Other stops
Operators also use Westbahnhof, Hauptbahnhof/Südtiroler Platz, Praterstern and the airport.
Arriving in Budapest
Every station is on the metro, so the centre is a short ride away.
- Népliget bus station
Üllői út. Main international terminal, at Népliget metro (M3). - Stadion and Kelenföld bus stations
Domestic routes to the east and west.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check which station your ticket names.
KEEP GOING
From Budapest, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Budapest
More buses from Vienna
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Vienna from Budapest by road?+
About 244 km by road (214 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Vienna to Budapest take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Vienna?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Vienna include Vienna International Busterminal (VIB), Other stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Budapest to Vienna?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Budapest to Vienna guide.
Where does the bus from Vienna arrive in Budapest?+
It depends on the operator. In Budapest, services use Népliget bus station, Stadion and Kelenföld bus stations. Every station is on the metro, so the centre is a short ride away.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Budapest?+
Every station is on the metro, so the centre is a short ride away.
What kind of bus runs from Vienna to Budapest?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Vienna to Budapest bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Budapest by bus?+
Direct buses from Budapest include Zagreb, Prague, Salzburg, Munich, Venice and more. See all connections on our Budapest bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Vienna to Budapest?+
Austria and Hungary are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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