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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Vienna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 867, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Essen and Vienna?
Stops in Essen
- AFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- CFreiheit 4, 45127 Essen, Germany
- D
Essen Bushaltestelle
Essen, Germany - E
Hachestraße
Hachestraße 63, 45127 Essen, Germany
Stops in Vienna
- A
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - B
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - DEngerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
- EFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- FTriester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Vienna by bus
How much does a bus ticket from Essen to Vienna cost?
The bus ticket price from Essen to Vienna starts at R 819. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Essen to Vienna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Essen to Vienna?
The average travel time between Essen and Vienna is around 17h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 25m. This is the time it takes to travel the 762 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Essen and Vienna?
The number of buses from Essen to Vienna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Essen to Vienna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Essen to Vienna?
When taking the bus from Essen to Vienna, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Essen to Vienna?
Buses travelling between Essen and Vienna leave from Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit or HBF and arrive at Hbf, Erdberg, Vienna Airport.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Vienna was searched and found on 01 Dec 2025 with a price of R 955To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Vienna as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 955 to R 1 557 for a bus ticket from Essen to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 955, which is on 2025-12-01.
What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Vienna?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination