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Bus Chicago to Vienna: Trip Overview

Bus Chicago to Vienna: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$85
Average bus trip duration13h 35m
Number of daily buses3
Earliest bus departure2:00 PM
Distance305 miles (491 km)
Latest bus departure6:50 PM

Chicago to Vienna Buses

Information on this bus route

Daily Departures3
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures2:00PM - 6:50PM
Minimum Price$66
Average Ticket Price$85
Minimum Trip Duration9h20m
Average Bus Trip Duration13h35m
Distance305 miles (491 km)
Bus Companies on This RouteGreyhound, FlixBus
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Vienna

The bus is the best choice to get to Vienna without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

On average, the trip from Chicago to Vienna takes around 13h 35m, but the fastest bus can get you there in about 9h 20m. This is the time it takes to travel the 313 miles (505 km) that separate the two cities.

The distance separating Chicago and Vienna is 313 miles (505 km).

You can choose from 3 travel times and travel with Greyhound and FlixBus. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Chicago to Vienna may vary. Want to make your bus journey from Chicago to Vienna as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.

The bus service operates between 2:00 PM and 6:50 PM.

You can save a lot of money on your trip from Chicago to Vienna by choosing to travel by bus. With prices starting at $66, you won't find a cheaper way to get there.

You can expect to pay around $85 for a bus ticket. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $66 and $132, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

Once in Vienna, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Christmas Markets in Vienna, Karlskirche, Spanish Riding School, Schönbrunn Palace and Church of the Most Holy Trinity (Wotruba Church).

Yes, you can take a night bus to go from Chicago to Vienna. Remember to bring along essentials like a blanket and some snacks to ensure a cozy and convenient journey.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Chicago to Vienna but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Vienna.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Vienna will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Vienna, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Vienna to Chicago

You can also go to Vienna by train

Train from Chicago to Vienna

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