The cheapest and fastest buses from Salzburg to Vienna
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$48
Fastest journey
3 h 20 m
Average duration
8 h 57 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Salzburg to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Vienna will cost around $48 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 9 buses that leave Salzburg for Vienna on Tue, Nov 25, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Nov 25 the direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 8 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 20 m .
On Tue, Nov 25 the slowest buses will take 11 h 55 m 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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Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €537.
Distance: 156 miles (252 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€44 Average price Cheapest | €49 Average price | €549 Average price |
4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Salzburg to Vienna Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:15PM | Arrival Time 11:45PM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 11h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 11h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 12h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 12h31 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Live departures
Salzburg to Vienna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Vienna buses for today, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 9h45 | 1:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 7h45 | 2:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:45 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 9h55 | 5:40 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 11h10 | 8:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 9h45 | 7:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 9h35 | 8:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:05 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 11h00 | 6:05 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 9h10 | 7:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 7h35 | 7:35 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Vienna
Buses from Salzburg to Vienna run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 156 miles (252 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 156 miles (252 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh from Salzburg to ViennaYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to Vienna with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh for as low as $16 (€13). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Salzburg to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg 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.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Salzburg, P+R Süd, which is located around 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating options.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- 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.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Salzburg to Vienna, follow these tips:
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- 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).
- BlaBlaCar Bus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- Guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Salzburg to Vienna
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Wien (in the station)
- Schnitzelhaus (0.2 km)
- Vienna Sausage Stand (0.3 km).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1187, 1185, 1183 Train: S7
- 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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