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Kunsthistorisches Museum
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.




Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$75
Fastest journey
8h 20m
Average duration
9h 59m
Buses per day
4
Distance
434 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Venice to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 45m. 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 $40, and a flight costs an average of $21.
Distance: 270 miles (435 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$65 Average price Cheapest | $126 Average price | $157 Average price | $120 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 57m Average total duration 7h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 52m Average total duration 7h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.3 - 2.6kg 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 Venice to Vienna:
A bus is $61 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Venice to Vienna costing on average $126 (€103).
A bus is $91 (€75) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Venice to Vienna costing on average $157 (€129).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 22m.
Bus takes on average 7h 27m.
Tickets start at around $65 (€54) compared to roughly $120 (€99) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $55 (€45). The journey takes 7h 27m versus 6h 4m 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, Infobus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
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 12:50AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 04:55PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $77 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 11h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $87 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $85 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:25PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
The table below shows live departures for Venice to Vienna buses for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:50 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 11h35 | 9:25 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 11h15 | 9:25 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:20 PM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 8h45 | 7:05 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h20 | 7:05 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h15 | 9:05 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:50 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h35 | 9:25 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:20 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 10h35 | 4:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 8:05 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h50 | 4:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:05 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 10h15 | 6:20 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 9h00 | 8:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Venezia, Tronchetto Vaporetti | 10h35 | 10:05 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:50 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 10h15 | 10:05 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) | 8h40 | 8:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Venice to Vienna run on average 11 times per day, taking around 7h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $40 (€33) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:08, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 270 miles (435 km) distance in 7h 40m.
Distance 270 miles (435 km) |
Average bus duration 7h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $40 (€33) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 40m |
First bus 12:08 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Vienna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vienna trip today.
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Home to Klimt’s The Kiss and outstanding Austrian art in a Baroque palace. A top stop for art lovers and one of Vienna’s signature museums.
Albertina combines major temporary shows with prints, drawings, and modern art. Its state rooms and central location make it especially appealing.
Circular boulevard lined with palaces, museums, parks, and public buildings. It is the classic route for understanding Vienna’s grand nineteenth-century core.
UNESCO-listed historic center with medieval lanes, imperial landmarks, churches, and elegant squares. Essential for first-time visitors and easy walking.
Large cultural district of museums, courtyards, seating areas, and events. It mixes major institutions with a lively urban atmosphere day and night.
Breaded veal cutlet fried until crisp, then served with lemon or potato salad. It is Vienna’s signature dish and a classic of the city’s traditional cuisine.
Slow-cooked boiled beef in broth, usually served with apple-horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes. A beloved imperial-era Viennese specialty.
Thin pancakes filled with apricot jam, quark, or curd cheese and baked with butter. A comforting dessert found in classic Viennese kitchens.
Historic restaurant by St. Stephen’s Cathedral, known for Wiener Schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in an elegant, old-Vienna setting.
Refined restaurant famous for Tafelspitz and formal Viennese dining. It offers polished service and a grand atmosphere near the Stadtpark.
Traditional beer hall serving Austrian comfort food, local beer, and hearty portions in a lively, rustic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but transit is good value and many sights can be enjoyed on a mid-range budget.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up in cafes and taxis.
Official public transport app
Vienna International Busterminal (VIB) -> Stephansplatz
Paris to Venice buses run once a day on Sundays, for a total of one bus a week. The bus usually departs around 9:40 p.m. and arrives around 4:40 a.m. The trip lasts 7h 40min and there are 0 changes along the route, which means that passengers do not have to change buses. You can book travel from Paris to Venice by bus in the summer months, when buses run once a day on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, for a total of three buses a week. Sights you can enjoy once you arrive in Vienna include The Belvedere Museum and St. Stephen’s Cathedral.
A journey from Venice to Vienna by bus lasts approximately 7h 40min. The bus often makes one stop in Udine, Italy, but passengers on Paris to Venice buses do not need to change buses during the trip.
Buses run once a day on Sundays, for a total of one bus a week. The bus usually stops in Udine, Italy, but requires 0 transfers, so passengers do not have to switch buses at any point during the journey. You can book tickets for buses in the summer months that depart on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, for a total of three buses a week. The duration of these trips is also approximately 7h 40min. These journeys also often stop in Udine, Italy, and passengers do not change buses during the route. The buses on Sundays as well as the buses in the summer tend to depart around 9:40 p.m. and arrive in Vienna around 4:40 a.m., so be aware that you may be on the bus overnight. If you want to travel from Venice to Vienna by bus, keep checking for departures on different days and at different times, since schedules are subject to change.
Departure bus station: All buses from Venice to Vienna depart from Mestre bus station, which is located in the suburb Mestre on the mainland of Italy just 6 miles (9.7 km) from the heart of Venice, a city which is a chain of islands connected by canals in the Venetian Lagoon. The Mestre station is easily and affordably accessible from Venice. Trams, trains, and buses run every few minutes from Venice to Mestre all at similarly affordable prices and trip times of about 9min.
Arrival bus station: Venice to Vienna buses arrive at the station Vienna HBF, also known as Vienna Hauptbahnhof or Wein HBF, which literally means Vienna’s Main Station. Outside the station, the area where the buses park is also called Vienna Central Station. This station is a busy but spacious hub that many consider to be the most beautiful station in Austria. Inside, the station features restrooms, ticket offices, and Wi-Fi hot spots. Passengers can also take advantage of VIP lounges, luggage lockers, and a supermarket. The station has around 90 shops and a number of places to eat, including sit-down restaurants as well as fast-food places. Disabled travelers can ask for assistance from station staff; the Main Entrance has no stairs; and the station offers designated parking spots and a restroom for the disabled. Vienna HBF is about 8 miles (5.7 km) from the city center, which you can reach by metro in about 15min and by train in about 20min.
RegioJet operates the buses from Venice to Vienna. The buses depart once a week on Sundays for a journey that lasts approximately 7h 40min. Most trips are direct, requiring 0 transfers between buses. Summer schedules expand to include a bus on Wednesday and a bus Friday, for a total of three buses a week.
RegioJet buses from Venice to Vienna offer passengers amenities to insure a comfortable ride. RegioJet provides free coffee and hot chocolate along with refreshments and other beverages you can buy. Free Wi-Fi and an entertainment system are available on all buses. Every bus also has air conditioning, restrooms, seat belts, and complimentary newspapers and magazines. Passengers can refund tickets up to an hour before departure for a small fee, but cannot refund tickets within an hour of departure.
Passengers can stow one larger piece of luggage for free in the baggage hold and they may also carry one piece of smaller luggage onto the bus for free. Be sure to check dimension and weight restrictions for both types of baggage before booking your ticket because there is a charge for oversize luggage. Staff members who work aboard the buses must know in advance if you plan to bring a bicycle on your journey from Venice to Vienna by bus. Therefore, when booking your ticket, make sure you contact RegioJet and inform them that you plan to bring your bike with you. Transport of your bike is not guaranteed on a RegioJet bus because of limited space – there is room for about 2 bikes on every RegioJet bus from Venice to Vienna. If you hope to travel with your bike, you should book your ticket as far in advance as possible. To bring a bike onto the bus, you will have to partially disassemble it and pack it in an appropriate bike bag so that it does not damage other baggage. There is a fee for bringing you bike with you on a RegioJet bus. Traveling with an animal is allowed only on certain RegioJet buses, so if you hope to travel with an animal, double-check to see if your particular bus allows it. Animals, if allowed, must be small, weighing around 20 pounds (9 kg), have proper documentation and vaccinations, and be kept in secure, waterproof carriers at all times. A passenger either holds the carrier during the journey or stows is under the seat. Double check before booking your ticket about pet availability and restrictions. Guide dogs are allowed on all buses but only with the proper documentation for both the dog and handler. Animals usually ride at no extra charge.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Venice 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 Venice to Vienna buses use the Venezia, Viale Stazione / Via Dante (Mestre Stazione) to Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz station pair, with some services arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Use this guide to compare Venice and Vienna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia is 7 km from Venice city centre. Public transport options include:
Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia 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 and in the departures area.
Ticket office support is available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia.
Available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Venezia, Aeroporto Marco Polo di Venezia: 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.
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.
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