4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna to Bucharest
Cheapest price
€90
Average price
€97
Fastest journey
19 h 30 m
Average duration
20 h 48 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Bucharest will cost around €97 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €90.
Of the 10 buses that leave Vienna for Bucharest on Sat, Dec 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 27 the direct buses cover the 856 km distance in an average of 20 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 30 m .
On Sat, Dec 27 the slowest buses will take 21 h 40 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.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Bucharest
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a train costs an average of €202.
Distance: 856 km
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
€70 Average price Cheapest | €103 Average price | €202 Average price |
21h 21m Average total duration 20h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 14m Average total duration 19h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.6 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to Bucharest bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Bucharest buses for today, Friday, December 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:15 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h00 | 11:15 AM București, Autogara Militari | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 3:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 19h30 | 11:15 AM București, Autogara Militari | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:20 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 25h05 | 11:25 PM București, Autogara Militari | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 24h40 | 11:25 PM București, Autogara Militari | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, December 27 | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 23h25 | 11:25 PM București, Autogara Militari | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 4:40 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 26h05 | 6:45 AM București, Autogara Militari | 2 transfers | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:00 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 23h45 | 6:45 AM București, Autogara Militari | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:30 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 22h30 | 7:00 AM București, Autogara Militari | 2 transfers | |
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Overview: Bus from Vienna to Bucharest
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Buses from Vienna to Bucharest run on average 6 times per day, taking around 20h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €36 but you can travel from only €25 by flight.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 856 km distance in 18h 30m.
Distance 856 km |
Average bus duration 20h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €36 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 18h 30m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, Infobus from Vienna to BucharestYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Bucharest with FlixBus, Ourbus, Infobus for as low as €25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vienna to Bucharest
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Bucharest by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bucharest, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Vienna, you have various coach station options to start your trip from including Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz, Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and Vienna, Mitte Marxergasse. When arriving in Bucharest, you can end your trip in coach stations like Bucharest, Filaret Bus Station and Bucharest, Șoseaua Alexandriei (Autogara Atlassib).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz, which is located around 2.7 miles (4.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Bucharest, Filaret Bus Station, located 1.9 miles (3 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vienna to Bucharest
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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