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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Salzburg to Vienna
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Buses per day
19
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Salzburg to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Vienna will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $21.
Of the 19 buses that leave Salzburg for Vienna every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 252 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 20 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Salzburg to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $16, and a flight costs an average of $667.
Distance: 252 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
$55 Average Price Cheapest | $61 Average Price | $682 Average Price |
4h 57m Average total duration 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Salzburg to Vienna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Vienna coaches for today, Wednesday, 3 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 pm Salzburg, P+R Süd | 12h55 | 11:15 am Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:59 pm Salzburg, P+R Süd | 12h31 | 11:30 am Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 pm Salzburg, P+R Süd | 12h00 | 11:15 am Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| Thursday, 4 December | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 am Salzburg, P+R Süd | 10h40 | 3:45 pm Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 am Salzburg, P+R Süd | 12h05 | 9:10 pm Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:05 am Salzburg, P+R Süd | 11h15 | 8:20 pm Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 am Salzburg, P+R Süd | 9h45 | 7:45 pm Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:10 am Salzburg, P+R Süd | 11h20 | 10:30 pm Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 pm Salzburg, P+R Süd | 11h00 | 11:15 pm Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:15 pm Salzburg, P+R Süd | 10h30 | 10:45 pm Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Salzburg to Vienna
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Buses from Salzburg to Vienna run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 252 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh from Salzburg to ViennaYou can travel by bus between Salzburg to Vienna with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Salzburg Verkehr Gmbh for as low as $16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Salzburg to Vienna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg to Vienna by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Salzburg, P+R Süd, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Salzburg and Vienna
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Wien (in the station)
- Schnitzelhaus (0.2 km)
- Vienna Sausage Stand (0.3 km).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1187, 1185, 1183 Train: S7
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
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