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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
Cheapest price
$96
Average price
$135
Fastest journey
18 h 5 m
Average duration
19 h 31 m
Buses per day
20
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 $135 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
It's difficult to get from Rotterdam to Vienna without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio 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 $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 44m. 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 $60, and a train costs an average of $114.
Distance: 585 miles (942 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$100 Average price Cheapest | $230 Average price | $173 Average price | $126 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 14m Average total duration 19h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 30m Average total duration 12h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 1h 44m 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 |
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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 Rotterdam to Vienna:
A bus is $73 (€61) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rotterdam to Vienna costing on average $173 (€143).
A bus is $130 (€108) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rotterdam to Vienna costing on average $230 (€190).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 0m.
Bus takes on average 19h 44m.
Tickets start at around $100 (€83) compared to roughly $126 (€104) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $26 (€21). The journey takes 19h 44m 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.
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 12:20AM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 25h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 02:05AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 22h20 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 22h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 18h20 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 21h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 21h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 20h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 23h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 20h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 21h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 22h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
The table below shows live departures for Rotterdam to Vienna buses for today, Thursday, June 25. 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 | 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 | 6:50 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 22h40 | 5:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:50 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 23h00 | 5:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 19h55 | 5:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:35 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 20h15 | 5:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 21h55 | 8:25 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 AM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 21h25 | 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 | 4:15 PM Rotterdam, Zuidplein | 24h30 | 4:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 18h05 | 11:55 AM 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 | 8:50 PM Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) | 19h00 | 3:50 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Rotterdam to Vienna run on average 15 times per day, taking around 19h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $60 (€50) but you can travel from only $23 (€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 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $60 (€50) |
Buses per day 15 |
Fastest bus 17h 15m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
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Best time to book 77 days |
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Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
A major art museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, housed in the historic Belvedere palaces and gardens.
A leading museum for graphic arts and major temporary exhibitions, with a celebrated collection and central location by the State Opera.
The UNESCO-listed old town is the essential area for first-time visitors, filled with major sights, elegant streets, and imperial atmosphere.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with monumental buildings, ideal for walking, tram rides, and understanding the city’s imperial urban design.
Formal imperial gardens and viewpoints around Schönbrunn Palace, ideal for walking and among the city’s most photogenic open spaces.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef simmered in broth and served with classic sides such as apple-horseradish and chive sauce. It is one of Vienna’s most traditional imperial dishes.
A rich Viennese beef goulash, typically served with sausage, fried egg, and pickles. It is a hearty tavern favorite with roots in the city’s working-class cuisine.
One of Vienna’s leading fine dining restaurants, offering modern Austrian cuisine with exceptional technique and a refined 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 dishes, with polished service and a classic atmosphere.
Prices are higher than in much of Central Europe. Museums, hotels, and dining add up, 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 bars.
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Vienna International Busterminal (VIB) -> Wien Mitte
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.

Most Rotterdam to Vienna buses use the Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station pair, with some services arriving at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz. Use this guide to compare Rotterdam and Vienna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Centraal (in the station), Dutch Delights (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
Available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station): 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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