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Kunsthistorisches Museum
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.


Cheapest price
$168
Average price
$170
Fastest journey
32h 55m
Average duration
33h 55m
Buses per day
2
Distance
1267 km
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Istanbul to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $92. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $92, and a flight costs an average of $40.
Distance: 791 miles (1274 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$121 Average price Cheapest | $139 Average price | $379 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 28m Average total duration 14h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration Fastest 6h 21m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Istanbul to Vienna:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Istanbul to Vienna costing on average $139 (€114).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Bus takes on average 14h 58m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (14h 58m by bus vs 15h 26m by car) and save roughly $258 (€212) compared to fuel and tolls ($121 (€100) vs $379 (€312)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 29h45 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 34h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $117 |
The table below shows live departures for Istanbul to Vienna buses for today, Tuesday, July 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 32h55 | 5:55 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 34h55 | 7:55 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, July 15 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Istanbul, Buyuk Otogar (Esenler) | 29h45 | 3:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Istanbul to Vienna run on average 1 times per day, taking around 14h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $92 (€76) but you can travel from only $40 (€33) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 02:15, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 791 miles (1274 km) distance in 29h 45m.
Distance 791 miles (1274 km) |
Average bus duration 14h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $92 (€76) |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 29h 45m |
First bus 2:15 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
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Vienna International Busterminal (VIB) -> Stephansplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Istanbul 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 Istanbul to Vienna buses use the Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station pair, with some services arriving at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz. Use this guide to compare Istanbul and Vienna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) is 5 km from Istanbul city centre. Public transport options include:
Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Terminal (in the station), Kebab Express (0.2 km), Simit Sarayı (0.3 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and throughout the station.
Ticket office support is available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler).
Available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Istanbul, Büyük Otogari (Esenler): 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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