4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basel to Vienna
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
13 h 27 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
660 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basel to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Vienna will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
Of the 9 buses that leave Basel for Vienna every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 660 km distance in an average of 13 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 10 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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Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Basel to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £87.
Distance: 660 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price Cheapest | £143 Average Price | £354 Average Price |
12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basel to Vienna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Vienna coaches for today, Tuesday 6 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 17h00 | 15:40 Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h35 | 14:15 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| Wednesday 7 January | |||||
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 03:50 Basel, Bahnhof | 15h55 | 19:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:40 Basel, Bahnhof | 13h05 | 20:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus | 11:30 Basel Bad Bhf | 17h20 | 04:50 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| FlixTrain+FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 Basel Bad Bhf | 15h10 | 02:40 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus | 12:55 Basel, Bahnhof | 12h50 | 01:45 Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:55 Basel, Bahnhof | 12h25 | 01:20 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:55 Basel, Bahnhof | 13h45 | 02:40 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basel to Vienna
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Buses from Basel to Vienna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 12h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £39 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 660 km distance in 12h 25m.
Distance 660 km |
Average bus duration 12h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £39 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 25m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar from Basel to ViennaYou can travel by bus between Basel to Vienna with FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £39. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basel to Vienna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Vienna by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB), which is located around 1.4 miles (2.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB), located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Vienna
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 05:30-23:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Swiss (in the station)
- Italian Bistro (in the station)
- Café Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available on the concourse.
- Bus: 30, 50 Tram: 8, 10, 11 Train: S3, S6
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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
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