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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
10 h 40 m
Average duration
11 h 48 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
565 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bologna to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Vienna will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
Of the 9 buses that leave Bologna for Vienna on Tue, Jun 02, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 02 the direct buses cover the 565 km distance in an average of 11 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 40 m .
On Tue, Jun 02 the slowest buses will take 12 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $48. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $48, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 351 miles (565 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$75 Average price Cheapest | $147 Average price | $151 Average price | $202 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bologna to Vienna:
A bus is $72 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bologna to Vienna costing on average $147 (€119).
A bus is $76 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bologna to Vienna costing on average $151 (€122).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 56m.
Bus takes on average 10h 6m.
Tickets start at around $75 (€61) compared to roughly $202 (€163) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $127 (€102). The journey takes 10h 6m versus 7h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 14h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:45PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $68 |
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Vienna buses for today, Monday, June 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 13h45 | 8:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 11h00 | 9:25 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:25 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 10h40 | 9:05 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h25 | 6:20 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:55 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h40 | 3:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h40 | 4:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 12h00 | 8:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 14h35 | 1:35 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Bologna, Autostazione (Piazza XX Settembre) | 15h25 | 6:10 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Bologna to Vienna run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $48 (€38) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 351 miles (565 km) distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 351 miles (565 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 (€38) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Major art museum with graphic arts, Monet to Picasso highlights, and strong temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Baroque palace museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, plus Austrian art from the Middle Ages to today.
The city’s walkable core, filled with imperial streets, churches, and squares. Essential for first-time visitors.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with major public buildings, ideal for a classic walking route and architectural overview.
Vienna’s central square around St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a busy meeting point and key orientation spot in the old city.
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Austrian-style fried chicken, especially associated with Viennese cooking, with a crunchy coating and often served with salad or lemon.
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Popular classic Viennese inn serving schnitzel, goulash, and seasonal Austrian dishes in a cozy traditional space.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel, with a lively traditional atmosphere in the city center.
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