Bus from Salzburg to Vienna: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Salzburg to Vienna on 7 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
P+R Süd
ErdbergCheapest
FlixbusBus
P+R Süd
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)Fastest
FlixbusBus
P+R Süd
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)No tags
FlixbusBus
P+R Süd
ErdbergNo tags
FlixbusBus
P+R Süd
ErdbergNo tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Salzburg to Vienna

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 2 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 319, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

54train per day
2h 30mAverage duration
243 kmDistance
6kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 443 - R 2 131Average duration10h 15m
6kg CO₂e
Average priceR 319 - R 1 503Average duration2h 30m
6kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Salzburg to Vienna by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Salzburg to Vienna?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Salzburg to Vienna start at R 443. The average price for this route is around R 719. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Salzburg to Vienna?

    The average bus journey time from Salzburg to Vienna is 10h 15m, covering a distance of 251 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 15m and is operated by GoOpti.

  3. Which bus companies service the Salzburg to Vienna route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 13 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, LIKEBUS, BlaBlaCar Bus, GoOpti.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salzburg to Vienna?

    The earliest bus departs from Salzburg to Vienna at 00:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salzburg to Vienna?

    A bus trip from Salzburg to Vienna produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

  6. What is the best bus company from Salzburg to Vienna?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is GoOpti, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 140 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salzburg to Vienna?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company GoOpti has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 4.0.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Salzburg to Vienna?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is GoOpti, with a punctuality rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salzburg to Vienna?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is GoOpti, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
04/12
R 882
05/12
R 964
Today
R 974
07/12
R 1 036
08/12
R 1 031
09/12
R 892
10/12
R 753
11/12
R 756
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salzburg to Vienna was searched and found on 10 Dec 2025 with a price of R 753

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salzburg to Vienna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 753 to R 2 552 for a bus ticket from Salzburg to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 753, which is on 2025-12-10.

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