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Door-to-Door Cargo Shipping from Austria to Hungary
Neva Logistics coordinates full truckload (FTL), groupage (LTL) and pallet transport from Vienna, Linz, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck to Budapest, Győr, Debrecen, Szeged, Miskolc. Vienna and Budapest are less than 300 km apart on the A4/M1 motorway via Nickelsdorf–Hegyeshalom, one of the busiest truck crossings in Central Europe. Many shipments are next-day deliveries between Austrian manufacturers and Hungarian automotive plants around Győr and Budapest, and pallets can often be collected in the morning and delivered the following morning.
Quick answer: Freight from Austria to Hungary with Neva Logistics costs from €105 for one Euro pallet and from €450 for a full truckload (excl. VAT) A full truck takes 1–2 business days from Vienna to Budapest (≈270 km); groupage and pallets take 2–4 days. No customs formalities apply, as both countries are in the EU. For example, 1 Euro pallet from Vienna to Budapest starts from €105; 2 pallets from €165; 3 pallets from €215.
Last updated: September 2026 · Prices are indicative and exclude VAT.
What Cargo We Ship from Austria to Hungary
These are Austria’s key export sectors and the loads we most often carry on this lane. In Hungary we deliver to the Budapest logistics ring (M0), automotive plants in Győr, Kecskemét and Debrecen, and electronics manufacturers in western Hungary.
Why Ship Austria → Hungary with Us
One team for the whole lane: full trucks, groupage and pallets from Austria to Hungary, with route planning and road charges built into one clear quote.
Direct FTL in 1–2 days
Vienna → Budapest ≈270 km, no reloading; 1 days with a double-driver crew.
Groupage from one pallet
From €105 per Euro pallet, 2–4 days. A full truck becomes cheaper than groupage from about 6 pallets.
No customs, simple paperwork
CMR note and invoice; VAT reverse charge. VAT in Hungary: 27%.
Tolls included
Road charges on the route (GO-Maut, HU-GO) are included in the quote.
How Much Does Freight from Austria to Hungary Cost and How Long Does It Take?
Prices start at €105 per Euro pallet and €450 per full truck (Vienna → Budapest, excl. VAT). On this lane a full truck becomes cheaper than groupage from about 6 pallets.
| Service | Transit Time | Typical Weight/Size | Price from * |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groupage / LTL (1 pallet) | 2–4 business days | 120×80 cm, ≤500 kg | €105 per pallet |
| Groupage / LTL (6 pallets) | 2–4 business days | 6 Euro pallets, ≤3 t | €460 |
| Full Truck Load (13.6 m trailer) | 1–2 business days | 24 t / 33 pallets | €450 per truck |
Pallet rates between major cities: Austria → Hungary
Rates are structured by specific pickup and delivery city. The table covers 25 major city pairs and is prepared for separate 1, 2 and 3 Euro pallet tariffs.
| Route | 1 Euro pallet | 2 Euro pallets | 3 Euro pallets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna → Budapest | €105 | €165 | €215 |
| Vienna → Győr | €110 | €170 | €225 |
| Vienna → Debrecen | €120 | €185 | €245 |
| Vienna → Szeged | €120 | €185 | €245 |
| Vienna → Miskolc | €115 | €180 | €235 |
| Linz → Budapest | €105 | €165 | €215 |
| Linz → Győr | €110 | €170 | €225 |
| Linz → Debrecen | €120 | €185 | €245 |
| Linz → Szeged | €120 | €185 | €245 |
| Linz → Miskolc | €115 | €180 | €235 |
| Graz → Budapest | €110 | €165 | €220 |
| Graz → Győr | €110 | €170 | €225 |
| Graz → Debrecen | €125 | €190 | €250 |
| Graz → Szeged | €125 | €190 | €250 |
| Graz → Miskolc | €120 | €180 | €240 |
| Salzburg → Budapest | €105 | €165 | €215 |
| Salzburg → Győr | €110 | €170 | €225 |
| Salzburg → Debrecen | €120 | €185 | €245 |
| Salzburg → Szeged | €120 | €185 | €245 |
| Salzburg → Miskolc | €115 | €180 | €235 |
| Innsbruck → Budapest | €125 | €190 | €255 |
| Innsbruck → Győr | €130 | €200 | €265 |
| Innsbruck → Debrecen | €145 | €220 | €290 |
| Innsbruck → Szeged | €145 | €220 | €290 |
| Innsbruck → Miskolc | €135 | €210 | €275 |
Transit times between main cities
| Route | Distance, km | Ferry | FTL, 1 driver (days) | FTL, 2 drivers (days) | Groupage (days) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vienna → Budapest | ≈270 | — | 1–2 | 1 | 2–4 |
| Vienna → Győr | ≈140 | — | 1–2 | 1 | 2–4 |
| Linz → Budapest | ≈460 | — | 1–2 | 1 | 2–4 |
| Linz → Győr | ≈340 | — | 1–2 | 1 | 2–4 |
At about 270 km the road leg needs roughly 4 hours of driving. Under EU driving-time rules (Regulation (EC) No 561/2006) one driver may drive up to 9 hours a day (10 hours twice a week), so the trip fits within one driver’s shift.
* Indicative prices, September 2026, excl. VAT, incl. tolls. Final price depends on postcodes, weight, loading metres and handling.
Quick pallet price answers: Austria → Hungary
Direct answers for selected major-city routes. The complete table above contains all 25 city combinations and 1, 2 and 3 pallet rates.
How much is a pallet from Vienna to Budapest?
1 Euro pallet from Vienna to Budapest starts from €105; 2 pallets from €165; 3 pallets from €215. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Linz to Budapest?
1 Euro pallet from Linz to Budapest starts from €105; 2 pallets from €165; 3 pallets from €215. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Vienna to Győr?
1 Euro pallet from Vienna to Győr starts from €110; 2 pallets from €170; 3 pallets from €225. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Graz to Debrecen?
1 Euro pallet from Graz to Debrecen starts from €125; 2 pallets from €190; 3 pallets from €250. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Innsbruck to Miskolc?
1 Euro pallet from Innsbruck to Miskolc starts from €135; 2 pallets from €210; 3 pallets from €275. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
Which Route Do Trucks Take from Austria to Hungary?
The usual road route runs Austria → Hungary, via Győr.
️ Route stages
- Collection in Austria — Vienna, Linz, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck; FTL loads go direct, groupage is consolidated at a hub.
- Delivery in Hungary — Budapest, Győr, Debrecen, Szeged, Miskolc and all other postcodes.
Driving bans & road charges
- Traffic restrictions: Seasonal traffic restrictions and national holiday driving bans may affect transit times on this route. These are checked when planning each shipment.
- Road charges: Austria (GO-Maut), Hungary (HU-GO) — included in our price.
Import Duties & Taxes in Hungary
EU single market
Both Austria and Hungary are in the EU customs union: no import duty and no customs declaration. Each load travels with a CMR consignment note and commercial invoice.
VAT & documents
- VAT: reverse charge for B2B supplies; standard rate in Hungary 27%
- VAT numbers: check in VIES
- Docs: CMR, commercial invoice, packing list
Liability: international road freight is carried under the CMR Convention, which limits the carrier’s liability to 8.33 SDR per kg of gross weight. For high-value cargo, additional cargo insurance is recommended.
Frequently Asked Questions: Austria → Hungary Shipping
How much does freight from Austria to Hungary cost?
One Euro pallet costs from €105, six pallets from €460 and a full truckload from €450, excluding VAT. The final price depends on postcodes, weight, loading metres and handling.
How much is a pallet from Vienna to Budapest?
1 Euro pallet from Vienna to Budapest starts from €105; 2 pallets from €165; 3 pallets from €215. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Linz to Budapest?
1 Euro pallet from Linz to Budapest starts from €105; 2 pallets from €165; 3 pallets from €215. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How much is a pallet from Vienna to Győr?
1 Euro pallet from Vienna to Győr starts from €110; 2 pallets from €170; 3 pallets from €225. Prices are indicative, exclude VAT, and assume standard non-hazardous palletized freight.
How long does freight from Austria to Hungary take?
A full truck needs 1–2 business days (1 days with a double-driver crew). Groupage and pallets take 2–4 business days.
Which route do trucks take from Austria to Hungary?
The usual route runs Austria → Hungary.
Is customs clearance needed between Austria and Hungary?
No. Both countries are in the EU single market; a CMR note and commercial invoice are enough, and VAT is reverse-charged between VAT-registered companies.
What is the VAT rate in Hungary?
The standard VAT rate in Hungary is 27%. For B2B supplies from another EU country it is reverse-charged by the buyer.
When is a full truck cheaper than groupage from Austria to Hungary?
On this lane a full truck becomes cheaper than groupage from about 6 pallets. Six pallets cost from €460 in groupage, a dedicated truck from €450.
What cargo is typically shipped from Austria to Hungary?
Mostly machinery, steel and metal products, vehicle parts, timber and paper, beverages, plus general palletised cargo. Main collection points in Austria: Vienna, Linz, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck.
Is next-day delivery possible?
Yes. On this short lane, pallets collected in the morning are usually delivered the next business day, and full trucks often the same day.
Related Freight Routes
Austria → Hungary: route-specific freight details
Main pickup cities: Vienna, Linz, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck.
Main delivery cities: Budapest, Győr, Debrecen, Szeged, Miskolc.
Typical road corridor: The usual road route runs Austria → Hungary, via Győr.
Common cargo and industries: Machinery | Steel and metal products | Vehicle parts | Timber and paper | Beverages | General palletised cargo
Seasonal and operational planning: Seasonal traffic restrictions and national holiday driving bans may affect transit times on this route. These are checked when planning each shipment.
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Prepared by the Neva Logistics freight team · Last updated: September 2026
