Find coaches from Essen to Vienna

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Next departures from Essen to Vienna on 24 September
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
ErdbergCheapest
Flixbus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
ErdbergFastest
Flixbus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
HBF
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)No tags
Flixbus
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Vienna

Bus
Average priceUS$38 - US$103Average duration17h
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$63 - US$217Average duration9h 9m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$61 - US$101Average duration9h 50m
32kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Vienna

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 9 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just US$61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
9h 50mAverage duration
US$61Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Essen to Vienna: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$56
Average bus trip duration17h
Number of daily buses13
Earliest bus departure01:30
Distance475 miles
Latest bus departure22:45

Essen to Vienna Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Essen to Vienna.

Bus service from Essen to Vienna will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Vienna from Essen, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Vienna

  1. What's the distance between Essen and Vienna by coach?

    The distance between Essen and Vienna by coach is approximately 473 miles (762 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Essen to Vienna without flying?

    You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
16/09
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17/09
US$35
Today
US$48
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23/09
US$34
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Vienna was searched and found on 23 Sept 2025 with a price of US$34

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Essen to Vienna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$34 to US$66 for a bus ticket from Essen to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$34, which is on 2025-09-23.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Essen to Vienna but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Essen to Vienna, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Essen to Vienna.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Essen to Vienna while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Vienna?

busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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