- Must visit
Kunsthistorisches Museum
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$107
Fastest journey
13 h 20 m
Average duration
14 h 26 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
766 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Düsseldorf to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Vienna will cost around $107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
Of the 14 buses that leave Düsseldorf for Vienna on Sat, Jul 25, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 25 the direct buses cover the 766 km distance in an average of 14 h 26 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 20 m .
On Sat, Jul 25 the slowest buses will take 15 h 21 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a flight costs an average of $76.
Distance: 475 miles (766 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $151 Average price | $195 Average price | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Düsseldorf to Vienna:
A bus is $89 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Vienna costing on average $151 (€151).
A bus is $134 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Vienna costing on average $195 (€195).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 4m.
Bus takes on average 11h 15m.
Tickets start at around $62 (€62) compared to roughly $67 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $5 (€5). The journey takes 11h 15m versus 9h 53m 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, Union Ivkoni International, 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 |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 14h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:38AM | Arrival Time 11:59PM | Duration 15h21 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $75 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 19h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $127 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:38PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 17h42 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 13h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:25PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 15h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:38PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 16h32 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 14h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 16h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 13h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 18h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Vienna buses for today, Friday, July 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:59 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h31 | 6:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus | 1:30 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 14h20 | 3:50 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 18h00 | 1:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 8:38 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h21 | 11:59 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 16h55 | 2:10 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 19h10 | 4:55 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:45 AM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 17h55 | 3:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 12:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h42 | 6:20 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 15h25 | 5:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:25 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 15h05 | 5:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 16h32 | 9:10 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixTrain+ FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:38 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 17h52 | 10:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus | 6:20 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 14h05 | 8:25 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 PM Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf | 13h20 | 11:55 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Düsseldorf to Vienna run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $42 (€42) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 475 miles (766 km) distance in 13h 20m.
Distance 475 miles (766 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $42 (€42) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 13h 20m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Vienna International Busterminal (VIB) -> Stephansplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf to Vienna by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Düsseldorf to Vienna buses use the Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station pair, with some services arriving at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Vienna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station), Brauerei Schumacher (0.5 km), Pizzeria Trattoria Romantica (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
Available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf: Elevators, ramps.
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
Available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Elevators, ramps.
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant 1 (in the station), Restaurant 2 (in the station), Restaurant 3 (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz.
Available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Elevators, ramps.
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