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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£36
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 22 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
299 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Katowice to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Katowice to Vienna will cost around £36 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
Of the 16 buses that leave Katowice for Vienna every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 299 km distance in an average of 5 h 22 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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.
(Cracow -> Vienna)
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Katowice to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £132.
Distance: 299 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price | £194 Average Price |
6h 35m Average total duration 6h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 5m Average total duration 14h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Katowice to Vienna coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 6h20 | 16:20 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
(Cracow -> Ostrava) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 10:40 Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy Katowice (Terminal D) | 9h00 | 19:40 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 changes | |
(Cracow -> Ostrava) · (Ostrava -> Brno) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 12:30 Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy Katowice (Terminal D) | 10h00 | 22:30 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 changes | |
FlixBus | 13:10 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 6h20 | 19:30 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:10 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 5h55 | 19:05 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:15 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 5h20 | 21:35 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 6h15 | 22:55 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 5h35 | 23:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:10 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 5h55 | 0:05 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:10 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 5h45 | 0:55 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:05 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 5h40 | 3:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 7h25 | 7:10 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
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(Cracow -> Vienna) | 0:25 Pyrzowice, Port Lotniczy Katowice (Terminal D) | 5h45 | 6:10 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 5h10 | 6:35 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 5h25 | 6:50 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:20 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 5h30 | 7:50 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:15 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 6h35 | 9:50 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) | 5h25 | 14:15 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Katowice to Vienna run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 299 km distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 299 km |
Average bus duration 6h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Leading Austrian art museum with Klimt’s works, including The Kiss, inside the Baroque Upper Belvedere.
Contemporary art museum in the MuseumsQuartier, noted for post-war Austrian and international works.
Elegant central boulevard lined with museums, parks and monumental architecture; ideal for walking or tram views.
Large cultural quarter combining museums, courtyards, design shops and seasonal outdoor seating in former imperial stables.
Historic square by Stephansdom with shops, street life and easy access to Vienna’s old centre lanes.
Breaded veal cutlet fried until golden, traditionally served with potato salad. It is Vienna’s signature dish and a classic of local cookery.
Boiled beef in broth, usually served with horseradish, apple sauce and roast potatoes. A hallmark of old Viennese home and restaurant cooking.
Slow-cooked beef goulash with onions and paprika, often served with bread or dumplings. A long-standing favourite in Vienna’s taverns and beer halls.
Historic coffee house known for classic Viennese cakes, pastries and coffee in an elegant traditional setting.
Classic beer hall and restaurant serving goulash, schnitzel and Austrian beer in a lively, wood-panelled historic interior.
Traditional bakery and café famous for apple strudel and pastries, ideal for a casual stop in central Vienna.
Moderate for a Western European capital: hotels and dining are mid-to-high, but public transport is good value and many cafés and casual eateries are reasonably priced.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10%; round up in cafés and taxis for good service.
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Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) -> Stephansplatz, Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Katowice 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.

Most Katowice to Vienna buses use the Katowice, Sądowa (Dworzec Autobusowy) to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station pair, with some services arriving at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz. Use this guide to compare Katowice and Vienna bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Katowice, Dworzec PKS is 3 km from Katowice city centre. Public transport options include:
Katowice, Dworzec PKS has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafes and kiosks available.
Wi-Fi is available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS. ATMs are aTM located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS.
Available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Katowice, Dworzec PKS: Wheelchair accessible paths present.
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
Available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB): Elevators, ramps.
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Restaurant 1 (in the station), Restaurant 2 (in the station), Restaurant 3 (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the shopping area.
Ticket office support is available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz.
Available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien, Hauptbahnhof Südtiroler Platz: Elevators, ramps.
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