How to travel from Vienna to Sarajevo

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Compare bus and flight for Vienna to Sarajevo

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Sarajevo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $75. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $75, and a flight costs an average of $178.

Distance: 315 miles (508 km)

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$289

Average price

$85

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Cheapest

$187

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5h 42m

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2h 42m

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3h 0m

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14h 11m

Average total duration

13h 41m

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30m

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8h 3m

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The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Sarajevo is a bus with an average price of $85 (€69).

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

A bus is $204 (€164) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Sarajevo costing on average $289 (€232).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Sarajevo is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Sarajevo take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vienna and Sarajevo including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna to Sarajevo among Omio's users.

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from Vienna to Sarajevo

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

Our recommendation

flight

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

  • RyanairFR 1532+Malta AirFR 2428
    5:50 AM9h50
    Vienna International Airport
    3:40 PMSarajevo International Airport
    $2711One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • RyanairFR 1532+Malta AirFR 2428
    5:50 AM9h50
    Vienna International Airport
    3:40 PMSarajevo International Airport
    $2711One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS731
    10:15 PM1h05
    Vienna International Airport
    11:20 PMSarajevo International Airport
    $4721One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • AJetVF20+Turkish AirlinesVF97
    6:05 PM20h05
    Vienna International Airport
    2:10 PMSarajevo International Airport
    $2821One-way
    1 transfer
  • Turkish AirlinesVF18 · VF97
    12:40 PM25h30
    Vienna International Airport
    2:10 PMSarajevo International Airport
    $2821One-way
    1 transfer
  • PegasusPC908 · PC291
    8:05 PM13h35
    Vienna International Airport
    9:40 AMSarajevo International Airport
    $3491One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Sarajevo

Travel to Sarajevo 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 Vienna to Sarajevo.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Vienna and Sarajevo including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Sarajevo is a bus with an average price of $85 (€69).

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

A bus is $204 (€164) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Sarajevo costing on average $289 (€232).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Sarajevo is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 42m.

Other travel options to Sarajevo take longer:

Bus takes on average 13h 41m.

The distance from Vienna to Sarajevo is approximately 315 miles (508 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Sarajevo is:
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • Around 3 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna and Sarajevo 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 Vienna to Sarajevo:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Sarajevo International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Sarajevo, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, Malta Air, Air Serbia, Croatia Airlines, Pegasus, AJet to go to Sarajevo by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Centrotrans Eurolines to go to Sarajevo by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Sarajevo with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines.
  • 1 direct buses per day with Centrotrans Eurolines.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Sarajevo often also extend their vacation to go to Belgrade, Mostar, Podgorica, Zagreb, Dubrovnik. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Sarajevo and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Sarajevo to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Sarajevo, you can visit the Yellow Fortress for stunning panoramic views, explore the Ars Aevi Museum of Contemporary Art, and take a guided tour of the Sarajevo War Tunnel to learn about the city's history. Enjoy traditional Bosnian coffee in local cafés and attend a performance at the Sarajevo National Theatre. Key sights include Baščaršija, Latin Bridge, the Sarajevo Tunnel Museum, Gazi Husrev-beg Mosque, and Vrelo Bosne park.
Three to four days in Sarajevo is typically sufficient to explore the city's main attractions, including its historic sites, cultural experiences, and local cuisine.
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