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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famous for the Habsburg collections, Bruegel masterpieces, and grand historic interiors.
Cheapest price
$67
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
7 h 25 m
Average duration
7 h 41 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
352 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rijeka to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rijeka to Vienna will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $67.
Of the 10 buses that leave Rijeka for Vienna on Fri, Jul 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 10 the direct buses cover the 352 km distance in an average of 7 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 25 m .
On Fri, Jul 10 the slowest buses will take 8 h 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Rijeka to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $158.
Distance: 218 miles (352 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
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$48 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price | $158 Average price | $158 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 9m Average total duration 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 4m Average total duration 9h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg 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 Rijeka to Vienna:
A bus is $31 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rijeka to Vienna costing on average $79 (€65).
A bus is $110 (€91) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rijeka to Vienna costing on average $158 (€130).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 39m.
Train takes on average 9h 34m.
Tickets start at around $48 (€39) compared to roughly $158 (€130) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $110 (€91). The journey takes 7h 39m versus 5h 37m 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.
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 06:15AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $52 |
The table below shows live departures for Rijeka to Vienna buses for today, Thursday, July 9. 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 | 7:00 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 8h40 | 3:40 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:35 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 8h00 | 3:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 7h45 | 6:20 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 AM Rijeka, Bus Station | 9h30 | 8:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 9h00 | 10:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 8h35 | 11:35 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 7h30 | 11:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 7h25 | 4:35 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:40 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 9h25 | 7:05 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Rijeka, Bus Station | 7h45 | 7:05 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Rijeka to Vienna run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 218 miles (352 km) distance in 7h 25m.
Distance 218 miles (352 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 7h 25m |
First bus 1:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 35 days |
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Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famous for the Habsburg collections, Bruegel masterpieces, and grand historic interiors.
Major art museum known for its graphic arts collection and blockbuster exhibitions, plus Monet, Picasso, and modern masters.
Art museum complex in a Baroque palace, best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss and strong Austrian art holdings.
The atmospheric old core of the city, ideal for walking among grand streets, churches, and imperial-era architecture.
Vienna’s famous ring boulevard lined with monumental buildings, best explored on foot, by tram, or from cafes nearby.
A vast public park and leisure area famous for open green space, long walking routes, and the Giant Ferris Wheel area.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet, breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef served in broth with apple-horseradish and chive sauces. It is a classic Viennese dish strongly tied to imperial-era cuisine.
Crisp fried chicken, often served with lemon and salad or potato salad. It is a traditional Austrian favorite also common in Vienna.
One of Vienna’s most acclaimed fine-dining restaurants, known for modern Austrian cuisine, polished service, and a park-side setting.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant celebrated for Tafelspitz and refined boiled beef specialties in an elegant classic atmosphere.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially for hotels and dining, though transit is good value.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafés and taxis; tip about 5-10% in restaurants for good service.
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