Taxi Transfers from Budapest Airport to Vienna

How to Get from Budapest to Vienna

Many tourists visiting Hungary wish to see its neighboring country - Austria. Budapest and Vienna were once the capital cities of the same empire. Now, they are the capitals of two independent European countries which are located not far from each other (the distance between the cities is around 240 km). So, to reach Vienna from Budapest, travelers choose taxis, private transfers, or different types of public transportation.

Taxi from Budapest to Vienna

Taxis in Budapest are rather plentiful. These vehicles can be distinguished by their yellow license plates and traditional signs on top. Some taxi firms have yellow-colored cars. Vehicles belonging to major companies also have the carrier’s phone number on their doors. All taxis have meters inside. It’s better to order a car with some large service (via phone or online), as if you hail a cab on the street, you risk getting scammed. The average price for taxi travel from Budapest to Vienna is €220. At night, tariffs increase.

Transfer from Budapest to Vienna

Private transfers are an ideal choice for those who wish to reach Vienna from Budapest comfortably and safely. Booking a transfer, you choose the pick-up time and place yourself. Also, you may choose from various car classes. For instance, getting from Budapest to Vienna by Economy-class transfer will cost €159. Using this option, you may get to your destination even late at night. Moreover, transfer rates don’t change at nighttime. 

Public Transport from Budapest to Vienna

First, you may get from Budapest to Vienna by train. A ticket with seat reservation costs €19, and without it - €13. Buying tickets via ticket offices will be more expensive than through the Hungarian Railways website.

The second option is buses. There are several carriers providing such trips. The bus fare ranges from €9 to €45. Please check the timetables in advance: some services run only twice a day.

The most romantic but longest and most expensive way to reach Vienna from Budapest is by hydrofoil. An adult ticket costs €99. This service operates three days a week departing at 9 am.

Bear in mind that these options are not available at night. At this time, you can use only a taxi or a transfer.

Useful Information

The city of Vienna is full of delightful sights. The ones we recommend you to see first are the State Opera and the Musikverein, the City Hall, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the palaces of Hofburg, Schönbrunn, and Belvedere.