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What are the most popular routes to Austria?

Vienna - BratislavaAverage priceR 206Average duration1h 6mDaily departures337
Vienna - BratislavaAverage priceR 230Average duration59mDaily departures44
Vienna - PragueAverage priceR 443Average duration4h 40mDaily departures79
Vienna - PragueAverage priceR 516Average duration4h 17mDaily departures4
Vienna - BudapestAverage priceR 416Average duration3h 5mDaily departures73
Vienna - BudapestAverage priceR 491Average duration2h 31mDaily departures7
Vienna - MunichAverage priceR 1 588Average duration4hDaily departures25
Vienna - SalzburgAverage priceR 768Average duration10h 40mDaily departures16
Vienna - VeniceAverage priceR 948Average duration9h 40mDaily departures31
Vienna - ZürichAverage priceR 1 088Average duration12h 10mDaily departures18

What popular bus companies operate in Austria?

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
  • FlixBus
  • Sindbad
  • RegioJet
  • Union Ivkoni
  • Deutsche Bahn

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Frequently asked questions about travelling in Austria

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

  1. How much does a bus ticket cost in Austria?

    Bus travel in Austria is one of the most affordable ways to get around. Prices vary depending on distance and route: Short trips between nearby cities are usually budget-friendly. In the last 12 months, the average ticket price for domestic routes was R 999. Long-distance journeys connecting major hubs are more expensive but still offer great value. International routes to neighbouring countries are higher priced but often cheaper than flights.
    Example fares in Austria:
    Vienna ↔ Bratislava (average: R 206)
    Vienna ↔ Prague (average: R 443)
    Vienna ↔ Budapest (average: R 416)

  2. What is the best way to travel around Austria?

    While you can choose between different types of transport, Buses and Trains are usually the most convenient and cost-effective way to explore Austria:
    - Train: 265 routes
    - Bus: 110 routes

  3. How do I book bus and train tickets in Austria?

    Booking a bus or train ticket is simple and flexible: Online with Busbud, you can compare timetables and operators, reserve your seat in advance and pay securely by selecting your preferred method and currency. You can also download our App: Get it on Google Play, Download on the App Store.

  4. Do I need cash, or can I pay by card in Austria?

    When buying Bus or Train tickets in Austria with Busbud we accept the following payment methods:
    Currency: Euro (EUR) is the main currency.

  5. How do I get from Vienna to Bratislava by bus?

    The bus is the most popular way to travel from Vienna to Bratislava
    Travel time: 1h 6m
    Ticket prices: From R 206
    Frequency: 337 departures daily
    Recommended operators: BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Sindbad, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni, Deutsche Bahn, Infobus, Arda Tur, Eurobus, Slovak Rail

  6. How do I get from Austria to neighbouring countries by bus or train?

    The buses connecting to major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Vienna ↔ Bratislava, Slovakia
    Vienna ↔ Prague, Czechia
    Vienna ↔ Budapest, Hungary
    The trains connecting with major cities in neighbouring countries are:
    Vienna ↔ Bratislava, Slovakia
    Vienna ↔ Prague, Czechia
    Vienna ↔ Budapest, Hungary

  7. What are the most popular airports in Austria?

    You can find trains and bus routes to and from some major airports. For example: Vienna Airport, Klagenfurt Airport, Graz Airport, Salzburg Airport, Innsbruck Airport

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