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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine-arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and its grand Ringstrasse setting.
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $24.
Distance: 201 miles (325 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$29 Average price Cheapest | $104 Average price | $46 Average price | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 33m Average total duration 8h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Vienna:
A bus is $17 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Vienna costing on average $46 (€37).
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Vienna costing on average $104 (€84).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 44m.
Train takes on average 8h 3m.
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
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Buses from John Paul II International Airport Krakow Balice to Vienna run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 21:15, the last at 22:15. The fastest bus covers the 201 miles (325 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 201 miles (325 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 9:15 PM |
Last bus 10:15 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
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Vienna’s premier fine-arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and its grand Ringstrasse setting.
Major art museum known for its graphic arts collection, Monet to Picasso highlights, and strong temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Baroque palace museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, with Austrian art from the Middle Ages to modernism.
The walkable old town core, packed with grand streets, churches, courtyards, and elegant architecture around Stephansplatz.
Vienna’s busiest central square and natural orientation point, surrounded by major shopping streets and historic buildings.
The grand boulevard encircling the inner city, ideal for walking past Vienna’s most monumental public buildings.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef in broth, famously associated with Viennese cuisine, usually served with apple-horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes.
A classic Austrian-style fried chicken dish long popular in Vienna, known for its crunchy coating and tender meat.
One of Vienna’s most acclaimed fine-dining restaurants, known for modern Austrian cuisine, tasting menus, and polished service.
Beloved central tavern serving hearty Austrian specialties, seasonal dishes, and a warm old-Vienna ambiance.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport is good value.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
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Vienna International Busterminal (VIB) -> Wien Hauptbahnhof, Vienna
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