The cheapest and fastest buses from Rotterdam to Vienna
Cheapest price
$105
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
19 h 35 m
Average duration
19 h 57 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
942 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Rotterdam to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rotterdam to Vienna will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $105.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Vienna without transferring at least once.
FlixBus · FlixBus11:50 PM26h00Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)1:50 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$1051One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus11:50 PM27h50Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)3:40 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz$1051One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus7:00 PM20h50Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)3:50 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$1231One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus8:50 PM21h40Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)6:30 PMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz$1231One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus5:20 AM21h00Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)2:20 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$1231One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus4:20 PM19h35Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)11:55 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$1241One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:35 AM19h55Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)5:30 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz$1341One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus12:25 PM20h00Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)8:25 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$1231One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus3:55 PM20h00Rotterdam, Zuidplein11:55 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$1241One-way1 transfer
FlixBus · FlixBus9:35 AM20h15Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station)5:50 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)$1341One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Rotterdam to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rotterdam to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $86.
Distance: 585 miles (942 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$97 Average price Cheapest | $204 Average price | $159 Average price | $131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 13m Average total duration 19h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 30m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Rotterdam to Vienna:
A bus is $61 (€49) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam to Vienna costing on average $159 (€127).
A bus is $107 (€85) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Vienna costing on average $204 (€163).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 0m.
Bus takes on average 19h 43m.
Tickets start at around $97 (€78) compared to roughly $131 (€105) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34 (€27). The journey takes 19h 43m versus 11h 26m 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, Union Ivkoni - Unibus.
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.
Rotterdam to Vienna Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 27h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $149 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $98 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 22h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $160 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 24h05 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $185 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 19h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $122 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 26h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $104 |
Live departures
Rotterdam to Vienna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Vienna buses for tomorrow, Friday, May 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 22h20 | 3:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:20 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 21h00 | 2:20 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 22h55 | 5:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:35 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 23h15 | 5:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:20 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 24h05 | 8:25 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 20h15 | 5:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 19h55 | 5:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:25 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 20h00 | 8:25 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
(Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 3:15 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 20h25 | 11:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 20h00 | 11:55 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 23h35 | 3:50 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:15 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 26h15 | 6:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:20 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 19h35 | 11:55 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 20h50 | 3:50 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 21h10 | 6:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 21h40 | 6:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 27h50 | 3:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 26h00 | 1:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
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Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus or Union Ivkoni - Unibus to find the best option for your trip from Rotterdam to Vienna.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu, Trainline or Checkmybus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Union Ivkoni International, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus or Union Ivkoni - Unibus to find the best option for your trip from Rotterdam to Vienna.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus, train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Rotterdam to Vienna.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Rotterdam to Vienna
Buses from Rotterdam to Vienna run on average 15 times per day, taking around 19h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $24 (€19) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 585 miles (942 km) distance in 17h 15m.
Distance 585 miles (942 km) |
Average bus duration 19h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 17h 15m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus from Rotterdam to ViennaYou can travel by bus between Rotterdam to Vienna with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni - Unibus for as low as $24 (€19). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Rotterdam to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rotterdam 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.

- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Union Ivkoni International
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former imperial summer residence with extensive gardens
- St. Stephen's Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece and iconic symbol of Vienna with a stunning rooftop view
- Belvedere Palace, a baroque architectural complex housing an impressive art collection including works by Klimt
- Hofburg Palace, the former imperial palace now serving as the official residence of the Austrian President and home to several museums
- Vienna State Opera, a world-renowned opera house offering a rich program of classical performances.
- Prater, a large public park featuring the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel and various amusement rides
- Naschmarkt, Vienna's most popular market offering a wide variety of international foods and local specialties
- Danube River Cruise, providing scenic views of Vienna's skyline and surrounding landscapes
- Spanish Riding School, showcasing the classical art of haute école equestrian performances
- Vienna Woods, offering hiking trails and natural beauty just outside the city.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a refund in the form of a voucher.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Union Ivkoni International
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Union Ivkoni International
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Union Ivkoni International
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Rotterdam to Vienna
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Centraal (in the station)
- Dutch Delights (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 33, 38, 44 Metro: D, E Train: Intercity, Sprinter
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
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