- Must visit
Kunsthistorisches Museum
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Cheapest price
€55
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
13 h 6 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
592 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Vienna will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €55.
Of the 6 buses that leave Zurich for Vienna on Tue, Aug 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 592 km distance in an average of 13 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 17 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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7990 · 30498Buses from Zurich to Vienna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €35 by train.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 367 miles (592 km) distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 367 miles (592 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 12:10 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 7h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €54 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 7h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €58 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €61 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €50 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €55 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 17h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €56 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price €69 |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Vienna buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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7990 · 30498 | 8:30 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 17h50 | 2:20 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
(Zürich -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 8:50 PM Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) | 19h00 | 3:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
7990 · 30498 | 8:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 17h30 | 2:20 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 13h15 | 8:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:05 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 12h25 | 11:30 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 11h50 | 3:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 10h30 | 2:20 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Vienna International Busterminal (VIB) -> Stephansplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Vienna buses use the Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station pair, with some services arriving at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz. Use this guide to compare Zurich and Vienna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) is 1 km from Zurich city centre. Public transport options include:
Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai).
Available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Zürich, Sihlquai Bus Terminal (Carparkplatz Sihlquai): 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.
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.
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