The cheapest and fastest buses from Vienna to Salzburg
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€54
Fastest journey
9 h 50 m
Average duration
10 h 33 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
252 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Salzburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Salzburg will cost around €54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
It's difficult to get from Vienna to Salzburg without transferring at least once.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Salzburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 25m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a flight costs an average of €534.
Distance: 252 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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€43 Average price Cheapest | €52 Average price | €534 Average price |
5h 3m Average total duration 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 25m Average total duration Fastest 2h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Vienna to Salzburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Salzburg buses for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:05 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 11h25 | 4:30 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 6:15 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 11h15 | 5:30 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 11h10 | 10:55 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:10 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 14h50 | 5:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 10h35 | 9:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 10h15 | 9:00 AM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:30 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 12h15 | 3:45 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:55 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 11h50 | 3:45 PM Salzburg, P+R Süd | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vienna to Salzburg
Buses from Vienna to Salzburg run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 252 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 252 km |
Average bus duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus from Vienna to SalzburgYou can travel by bus between Vienna to Salzburg with BlaBlaCar, BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus for as low as €14. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Vienna to Salzburg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Salzburg 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 Salzburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), which is located around 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Salzburg, P+R Süd, located 3 miles (4.9 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vienna to Salzburg
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Wien (in the station)
- Schnitzelhaus (0.2 km)
- Vienna Sausage Stand (0.3 km).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1187, 1185, 1183 Train: S7
- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
- 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
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Süd (in the station)
- Fast-Food Express (in the station)
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the waiting area.
- Bus: 3, 8, 28
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