How to travel from Bilbao to Vienna

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Compare bus and flight for Bilbao to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bilbao to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $155 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.6 - 4.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $155, while a flight costs an average of $191.

Distance: 987 miles (1590 km)

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$191

Average price

$155

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$406

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5h 27m

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3h 27m

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33h 17m

Average total duration

32h 47m

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30m

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20h 34m

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(door-to-door)

4.8 - 9.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.6 - 4.0kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $155.

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Vienna:

A bus is $36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Vienna costing on average $191.

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 33h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bilbao and Vienna including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Bilbao to Vienna among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 17h 7m sooner (3h 27m by flight vs 20h 34m by car) and save roughly $215 compared to fuel and tolls ($191 vs $406). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Bilbao to Vienna

How to get from Bilbao to Vienna by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bilbao to Vienna is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    6:45 PM33h10
    Bilbao
    3:55 AMVienna
    $911One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    6:45 PM33h10
    Bilbao
    3:55 AMVienna
    $911One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    8:05 PM32h10
    Bilbao
    4:15 AMVienna
    $1251One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    9:15 PM44h15
    Bilbao
    5:30 PMVienna
    $1241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    9:05 PM32h10
    Bilbao
    5:15 AMVienna
    $1371One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    7:10 PM36h20
    Bilbao
    7:30 AMVienna
    $1521One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Bilbao to Vienna

Travel to Vienna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bilbao to Vienna.

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There are 2 options to travel between Bilbao and Vienna including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bilbao to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $155.

This is compared to other travel options from Bilbao to Vienna:

A bus is $36 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bilbao to Vienna costing on average $191.

The fastest way to travel from Bilbao to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 27m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 33h 17m.

The distance from Bilbao to Vienna is approximately 987 miles (1590 km).
The average frequency per day from Bilbao to Vienna is:
  • Around 41 flights per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bilbao and Vienna as scheduled services by bus and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bilbao to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bilbao Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bilbao, Calle Luis Briñas / Basurtuko Kaputxinoen kalea and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bilbao to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Vueling, Iberia, Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines to go to Vienna by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Bilbao to Vienna:
  • 0 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Bilbao to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.

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