Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£48
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£56
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
17 h 55 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
18 h 36 m
Buses on 14 Sept
14
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vienna to Bucharest is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Bucharest will cost around £56 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £48.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 14 buses from Vienna to Bucharest, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 856 km distance in an average of 18 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 17 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Bucharest among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £59 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 14h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £59, while a train costs an average of £77.
Distance: 856 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price Cheapest | £77 Average Price | £189 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 38m Average total duration Fastest 14h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 8m Average total duration 16h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Bucharest:
A coach is £18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Bucharest costing on average £77.
Other travel options to Bucharest take longer:
Coach takes on average 14h 8m.
Train takes on average 16h 38m.
Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £189 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £130. The journey takes 14h 8m versus 11h 57m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, Infobus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Bucharest coaches for today, Sunday 13 September. 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 | 16:15 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 20h00 | 13:15 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 19h30 | 13:15 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:40 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 20h35 | 16:15 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 19:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 19h30 | 16:15 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:05 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h40 | 21:45 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:20 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 21h25 | 21:45 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:45 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h25 | 22:10 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
| Monday 14 September | |||||
FlixBus | 1:25 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 19h45 | 22:10 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:00 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 18h45 | 21:45 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 18h35 | 21:45 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:40 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 23h35 | 6:15 București, Autogara Militari | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:00 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 21h15 | 6:15 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:15 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 18h15 | 6:30 București, Autogara Militari | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 11:35 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 17h55 | 6:30 București, Autogara Militari | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Vienna to Bucharest run on average 9 times per day, taking around 14h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 856 km distance in 17h 55m.
Distance 856 km |
Average bus duration 14h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 17h 55m |
First bus 1:00 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 84 days |
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Leading Romanian art museum in the former royal palace, with European and national collections across several elegant galleries.
Open-air museum with traditional houses, churches and farm buildings moved from across Romania, ideal for architecture and folklore.
Museum in Ceaușescu’s former residence, showing preserved private rooms, décor and daily life inside the late communist elite.
Atmospheric historic quarter with churches, inns, small lanes and restored buildings, ideal for walking and seeing old Bucharest.
Elegant central avenue linking major squares, theatres and historic buildings; one of the city’s best walks for architecture and atmosphere.
Large landscaped park around Herăstrău Lake with promenades, boat rentals and green space for a relaxed break from central traffic.
Sarmale are cabbage rolls stuffed with minced pork and rice, slowly cooked and often served with polenta. They are a festive Romanian staple.
Mici are skinless grilled minced meat rolls seasoned with garlic and spices. They are a beloved street and barbecue classic in Bucharest.
Ciorbă de burtă is a rich sour tripe soup with garlic, vinegar and cream. It is one of Romania’s most iconic traditional soups.
Elegant dining room showcasing modern Romanian cooking and tasting menus in a polished central setting.
Historic beer hall serving Romanian classics, grilled meats and local beer in a lively old-town setting.
Stylish restaurant focused on Romanian cuisine with refined plating and a more contemporary dining room.
Budget-friendly for a European capital: hotels, meals and public transport are generally cheaper than in Western and Central European city breaks.
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Most Vienna to Bucharest buses use the Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to București, Autogara Militari station pair, with some services arriving at București. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Bucharest bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
Vienna, Erdberg is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Vienna, Erdberg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Fast food and cafes available on site.
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM machines located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Vienna, Erdberg.
Available at Vienna, Erdberg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vienna, Erdberg: Wheelchair accessible entrance and restrooms.
București has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several small food stalls available.
Wi-Fi is available at București. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at București.
Available at București: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at București: Ramps available for wheelchair access.
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