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Journey Information
There are 25 intercity buses per day from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna. Traveling by bus from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna usually takes around 13 hours and 21 minutes, but the fastest Union Ivkoni bus can make the trip in 9 hours,
| Distance | 371 mi (598 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $36.63 |
| Trips per day | 10 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 3 |
Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna
- FlixBus: 23 daily buses from C$37
- RegioJet: 3 daily buses from C$59
- Union Ivkoni: 1 daily buses from C$37
How much is a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna?
$66.70 is the average price of a bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna. Any tickets cheaper than $66.70 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in February. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just $72 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna in December, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to $94 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
Prices as travel date approaches
Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. The best way to find cheap bus tickets is to book at least 15 days in advance. By doing so, you can expect to save C$42.86 on your bus ticket compared to booking at the last minute.
What bus companies travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna?
There are 3 bus lines from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 23 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 23 | 13h 21m | $80.94 |
| RegioJet | 3 | 14h 7m | $88.01 |
| Union Ivkoni | 1 | 9h 56m | $58.35 |
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 23 trips from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna, and usually makes the trip in about 13 hours and 21 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book RegioJet from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna from $59. There are 3 RegioJet schedules from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna and you can expect on average to pay for a RegioJet ticket to Vienna. In Frankfurt am Main, RegioJet departs to Vienna from Central Bus Station and 1 other station. In Vienna, RegioJet arrives at Central Station and no other station.
An average trip on RegioJet from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna takes 14 hours and 7 minutes , while the fastest available RegioJet trip will get you to Vienna in 9 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, RegioJet offers 2 trips per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway trip to Vienna.
Union Ivkoni was founded in Bulgaria in 1992 and quickly expanded its operations throughout Europe. Popular routes include both shorter travels within one country and long-haul international trips. Their reliable buses offer amenities to make your trip comfortable, including air conditioning, extra legroom, and power outlets. Union Ivkoni usually operates 1 trips per day on the route from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna, and the trip usually takes 9 hours and 56 minutes to complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 different bus companies that travel between Frankfurt and Vienna:
- On Karat-S, the average price for a bus from Frankfurt to Vienna is €52.55, with just 1 trip offered per day. The average travel time on Karat-S is 13 hours.
- On Union Ivkoni(International), the average price for a bus ride from Frankfurt to Vienna is €35.05, with just 1 trip offered per day. The average travel time on Union Ivkoni is 10 hours and 8 minutes.
- On RegioJet Bus, the average price for a bus ride from Frankfurt to Vienna is €49.55, with 2 trips offered per day. The average travel time on RegioJet Bus is 12 hours and 41 minutes.
- On FlixBus, the average price for a bus ride from Frankfurt to Vienna is €35.51, with 7 trips offered per day. The average travel time on FlixBus is 11 hours and 25 minutes.
- On Eurolines France, the average price for a bus ride from Frankfurt to Vienna is €72.73, with just 1 trip offered per day. The average travel time on Eurolines France is 5 hours and 16 minutes.
The bus takes an average of 13 hours and 21 minutes to cover the 598 kilometers from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna. However, the fastest bus only takes 9 hours. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Saturday is usually the day when buses are busiest, as many travelers take the bus to enjoy the weekend in Vienna. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 11:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 25 scheduled buses that travel from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 10 direct buses, where you can stay on the same bus without having to transfer to a connecting bus at any point during your trip.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Frankfurt am Main to Vienna; ticket prices start at $49.30.
City Information
Frankfurt am Main
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Frankfurt is Germany's financial hub, home to the European Central Bank. This riverside city offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions scattered between its financial institutions and shops.
Your first stop should be Old Town, along the river Main. Once the center of the city, the Old Town district is now the site of the Römer, or city hall, along a row of picturesque timber houses. Stop in Kleinmarkthalle, a bustling indoor market, to grab a sausage for a snack before wandering through some of Old Town's museums: Saalgasse, Dommuseum, and Museum für Moderne Kunst (Museum MMK) will get you started. Two of Frankfurt's most prominent churches, St. Bartholomew Cathedral and St. Nicholas Church, are also in the area.
Food is always delightful in Frankfurt. Several Michelin-star restaurants will entice you, including Restaurant Lafleur, Restaurant Gustav, Restaurant Villa Merton, and Carmelo Greco. If you prefer more affordable dining and lively nightlife, head to the Bahnhofsviertel neighborhood near the city's train station.
The train station in Bahnhofsviertel serves national and international rail lines for Deutsche Bahn, DB Intercity, FlixTrain, vlexx, and Railjet. You can also reach Frankfurt easily on bus carriers like FlixBus and Sindbad. Plus, flying in and out of Frankfurt is a breeze, as the airport is one of the largest in Germany and the main hub for the Lufthansa airline.
Vienna
Blessed with extravagant baroque structures and a romantic vibe, Vienna is the heart of Austria, and the country’s most famous destination. The pride of Vienna is the towering giant that is St. Stephen’s Cathedral, which has stood on the same spot for over eight centuries. The characteristically Gothic cathedral has withstood several wars that have befallen the city, and it is still able to keep its stunning beauty. After exploring the cathedral, don’t hesitate to take the chance to visit the catacombs, where victims of the Great Plague of Vienna were laid to rest. If you’re interested in art and history, check out the Museum of Fine Arts, which includes masterpieces by artists such as Titian, Velasquez, Van Dyke, and Reubens. For those who simply enjoy lounging around, the Schönbrunn Palace is a vast complex with plenty of green zones for picnics.
For those looking to try authentic Viennese goulash, Lugeck and Ofenloch are two famous establishments. For cheaper eats, try Motto in Weiden.
Vienna Hauptbahnhof is the main railway station in the city, offering access to other popular destinations such as Berlin and Munich. Vienna International Busterminal is the main bus station in the Austrian capital, serving carriers such as FlixBus. The city’s main airport is the Vienna International Airport, which is located just 11 miles southeast of the city.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Frankfurt am Main?
Main departure station: Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Buses to Vienna leave from 3 stations in Frankfurt am Main.
All bus stations in Frankfurt am Main:
Frankfurt Main Airport P36
Central Bus Station
Stuttgarter Str. 29
Where does the bus arrive in Vienna?
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Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Erdberg
The Erdberg station is located in front of the Vienna International Busterminal (VIB). Some buses use a curbside stop on the street level, including the FlixBus routes that use the station. The indoor station is not always open, so be prepared to wait for the bus outside, without access to restrooms or other amenities, just in case. Across the street is the Erdberg Metro station, so you can easily connect to Vienna's U-Bhan and get anywhere else in the city.
Bus stations in Vienna:
Erdberg
Wien Train Station (Tiefgeschoß Straßenbahn)
Central Station
Central Bus Station Vib
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