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Musei Civici agli Eremitani
Padua's main civic museum complex with archaeology, medieval and modern art collections, housed beside the Scrovegni Chapel area.
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$72
Fastest journey
8 h 40 m
Average duration
9 h 5 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
462 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Padua is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Padua will cost around $72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 10 buses that leave Vienna for Padua on Thu, Jun 11, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 11 the direct buses cover the 462 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 40 m .
On Thu, Jun 11 the slowest buses will take 9 h 25 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Padua among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 18m. 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 $41, and a train costs an average of $36.
Distance: 287 miles (462 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price | $155 Average price | $161 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 49m Average total duration 13h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 17m Average total duration 8h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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 Vienna to Padua:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Padua costing on average $100 (€81).
A bus is $93 (€76) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Padua costing on average $155 (€126).
Other travel options to Padua take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 47m.
Bus takes on average 13h 19m.
Tickets start at around $62 (€50) compared to roughly $161 (€131) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $99 (€81). The journey takes 13h 19m versus 6h 45m 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.
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 08:50AM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $59 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $63 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $68 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $62 |
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Padua buses for today, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 9:25 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 9h50 | 7:15 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 10h40 | 10:40 PM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 12h20 | 3:05 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 9:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 9h25 | 7:20 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 9h05 | 7:20 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 9h20 | 8:30 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 8h55 | 8:50 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus | 12:10 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 8h40 | 8:50 AM Padua, Via Fra Paolo Sarpi (Parcheggio Ex Pesa Pubblica) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Vienna to Padua run on average 8 times per day, taking around 13h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $41 (€34) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 287 miles (462 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 287 miles (462 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $41 (€34) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Padua's main civic museum complex with archaeology, medieval and modern art collections, housed beside the Scrovegni Chapel area.
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One of Europe's largest squares, famous for its canal, statues and lively atmosphere; a top place for walks and photos.
The historic botanical garden founded in 1545, a UNESCO-listed green space popular for both heritage and calm walks.
Animated central square lined with historic buildings and market activity, ideal for experiencing daily city life.
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Refined restaurant in Padua recognized for polished cuisine rooted in Veneto traditions, with a romantic and upscale dining room.
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Historic Padua trattoria known for classic Venetian and Paduan dishes in an elegant but traditional setting near the center.
Moderate by Northern Italy standards. Cafés and casual meals are reasonable, while central hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is often included or covered by coperto. Tipping is not mandatory; round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service. Small change for taxis or cafés is enough.
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