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Louvre Museum
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Cheapest price
$132
Average price
$178
Fastest journey
17 h 10 m
Average duration
18 h 29 m
Buses per day
24
Distance
1034 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Paris will cost around $178 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $132.
Of the 24 buses that leave Vienna for Paris on Fri, Jul 31, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 31 the direct buses cover the 1034 km distance in an average of 18 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jul 31 the slowest buses will take 19 h 30 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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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $74. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $74, and a train costs an average of $343.
Distance: 642 miles (1034 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$115 Average price Cheapest | $220 Average price | $385 Average price | $306 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 49m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 18m Average total duration Fastest 4h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 21m Average total duration 9h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.0 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions | 3.1 - 6.2kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.9kg 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 Paris:
A bus is $105 (€86) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Paris costing on average $220 (€180).
A bus is $270 (€221) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Paris costing on average $385 (€316).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 51m.
Bus takes on average 11h 19m.
You'll arrive about 21m sooner (11h 19m by bus vs 11h 40m by car) and save roughly $190 (€156) compared to fuel and tolls ($115 (€94) vs $306 (€251)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 20h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $143 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 23h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 19h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 19h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 23h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $112 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $123 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 22h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 24h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 12:20PM | Duration 20h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $96 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 22h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 23h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $105 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 23h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:25PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 22h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $132 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 01:25AM | Duration 25h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $117 |
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Paris buses for today, Thursday, July 30. 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 | 8:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 23h45 | 8:15 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 21h35 | 6:40 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 22h10 | 7:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 20h55 | 7:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 23h20 | 9:50 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 24h40 | 1:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 1:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 17h55 | 7:50 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 25h00 | 5:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:55 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h00 | 1:55 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 24h20 | 5:55 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 19h15 | 12:50 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 22h45 | 6:40 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:25 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 23h45 | 8:10 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 21h05 | 8:00 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 23h15 | 10:30 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 22h00 | 9:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 25h40 | 1:25 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h40 | 9:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 31 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 20h15 | 9:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:20 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 23h20 | 1:40 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 19h50 | 10:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:00 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 19h30 | 10:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 20h40 | 1:40 AM Paris, Porte Maillot | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Vienna to Paris run on average 14 times per day, taking around 11h 19m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $52 (€43) by flight.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 642 miles (1034 km) distance in 17h 55m.
Distance 642 miles (1034 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 17h 55m |
First bus 1:05 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Best time to book 77 days |
Discover the best of Paris — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Paris trip today.
The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and more in a magnificent former railway station on the Seine.
Rich collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the restored Orangerie, including Monet's immersive Water Lilies.
Grand avenue linking Place de la Concorde and the Arc de Triomphe, famous for ceremonial views, shops, and city energy.
Historic hilltop district of artists, stairways, village lanes, and major viewpoints, offering a distinctive Paris atmosphere.
Seine island at the city's historic heart, ideal for walking between Notre-Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, and old Paris streets.
Classic Parisian ham and cheese sandwich baked or grilled with béchamel. A staple of French brasseries and cafés.
Slow-cooked beef stew braised in red Burgundy wine with onions, mushrooms, and bacon. A beloved traditional French comfort dish.
Snails baked with garlic, parsley, and butter. A historic French delicacy strongly associated with classic Paris dining.
Three-Michelin-star dining by Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athénée, known for haute cuisine and luxurious contemporary presentation.
Historic Left Bank café serving classic French dishes in an elegant Art Nouveau setting popular with locals and visitors.
Elegant seafood institution near Gare Montparnasse, celebrated for oysters, shellfish platters, and polished brasserie service.
Paris is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel, dining, and attraction costs, though transit is good value.
Service is usually included in restaurant bills. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis are often rounded up; cafés may get small change.
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Buses in Europe are an affordable way to travel between cities, with a number of companies servicing domestic and international routes. Buses from Vienna to Paris depart three times daily on weekdays, with the first departure at mid-morning, and the last in the early evening. Services are operated by FlixBus and Eurolines. The journey takes between 17:45 and 20 hours. On weekends, two services run. All Flixbus services require one change en route while there is one direct Eurolines bus from Vienna to Paris.
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Average prices for buses from Vienna to Paris when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€64 |
1 Day in Advance |
€63 |
1 Week in Advance |
€55 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€52 |
1 Month in Advance |
€51 |
3 Months in Advance |
€51 |
Vienna to Paris Buses: General Information
While buses are slower than both flights and trains, they can be significantly cheaper even though they take at least 17½ hours to arrive in Paris.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Vienna to Paris buses decrease the further they are booked in advance:
Buses from Vienna to Paris depart from the city's Vienna International bus terminal, which is known locally as the VIB. The VIB is directly linked to Vienna's U-Bahn underground transport network via the Erdberg stop and the journey from the center takes about 30 minutes. Taxis are easily available to hail and the journey takes about 15 minutes. Public transport in Vienna operates until about midnight, and the U-Bahn operates all night on Fridays and Saturdays. On certain weekdays a night bus service also operates.
Paris is a city to delight all the senses. From the coffee of pavement cafes to the majesty of Notre Dame Cathedral and the treasures of the Louvre, including Leonardo da Vinci's 'Mona Lisa', there is much to fascinate any visitor. Paris also has a nightlife to suit all tastes. Buses from Vienna to Paris arrive at Porte Maillot or at Bagnolet, next to the Gallieni metro station. Porte Maillot is a 30 minute journey on the city's RER network from the centre of Paris, or a 15 minute taxi ride, while Bagnolet is up to an hour's journey on the Metro system or 30 minutes by taxi. Paris's public transport system runs until about midnight each day, after which the city's night bus service begins to offer service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vienna to Paris buses use the Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station pair, with some services arriving at Paris, Porte Maillot. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Paris bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Paris, Porte Maillot is 5 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Porte Maillot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Porte Maillot (in the station), Le Relais de Venise (0.2 km), Chez Georges (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Porte Maillot.
Available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Porte Maillot: Elevators, ramps.
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