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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
8 h 4 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
472 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ulm to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ulm to Vienna will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 9 buses that leave Ulm for Vienna on Wed, Jun 03, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct buses cover the 472 km distance in an average of 8 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ulm to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a flight costs an average of $42.
Distance: 293 miles (472 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$52 Average price Cheapest | $122 Average price | $217 Average price | $113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 13m Average total duration 7h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 49m Average total duration 6h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.4 - 2.8kg 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 Ulm to Vienna:
A bus is $70 (€57) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ulm to Vienna costing on average $122 (€98).
A bus is $166 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ulm to Vienna costing on average $217 (€175).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 19m.
Bus takes on average 7h 43m.
Tickets start at around $52 (€42) compared to roughly $113 (€91) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $62 (€50). The journey takes 7h 43m versus 6h 3m 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, BlaBlaCar, Union Ivkoni International, Eurobus SK.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:55PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $64 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $85 |
The table below shows live departures for Ulm to Vienna buses for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:30 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 8h15 | 8:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:55 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 7h45 | 10:40 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:25 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 8h15 | 3:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 9h00 | 4:55 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 9h05 | 5:50 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 8h55 | 9:50 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 9h15 | 10:10 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 6:35 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 8h10 | 2:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Ulm, Eberhard-Finckh-Straße / Ludwig-Beck-Straße | 7h55 | 4:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ulm to Vienna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $35 (€28) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 293 miles (472 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 293 miles (472 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $35 (€28) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 12:02 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Major art museum with graphic arts, Monet to Picasso highlights, and strong temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Baroque palace museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, plus Austrian art from the Middle Ages to today.
The city’s walkable core, filled with imperial streets, churches, and squares. Essential for first-time visitors.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with major public buildings, ideal for a classic walking route and architectural overview.
Vienna’s central square around St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a busy meeting point and key orientation spot in the old city.
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, classically served with apple horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes. A hallmark of old Viennese cuisine.
Austrian-style fried chicken, especially associated with Viennese cooking, with a crunchy coating and often served with salad or lemon.
Leading fine-dining destination in Stadtpark, known for modern Austrian cuisine, polished service, and an elegant setting.
Popular classic Viennese inn serving schnitzel, goulash, and seasonal Austrian dishes in a cozy traditional space.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel, with a lively traditional atmosphere in the city center.
Vienna is pricier than many Central European cities, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport and casual eats are reasonable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares; small tips are optional in cafes and hotels.
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