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Bus from Vienna to Žilina: Journey Information
There are 11 intercity buses per day from Vienna to Žilina. Traveling by bus from Vienna to Žilina usually takes around 7 hours and 2 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus bus can make the trip in 3 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 129 mi (207 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €15.23 |
| Trips per day | 5 |
| Most frequent service | RegioJet |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Vienna to Žilina?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Vienna to Žilina that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, RegioJet usually offers more choice, with 7 scheduled trips per day.
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 5 trips from Vienna to Žilina, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 14 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book RegioJet from Vienna to Žilina from €18. There are 7 trips per day offered by RegioJet from Vienna to Žilina and you can expect on average to pay for a RegioJet ticket to Žilina. In Vienna, RegioJet departs to Žilina from Wien Hbf and 2 other stations. In Žilina, RegioJet arrives at P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9 .
An average trip on RegioJet from Vienna to Žilina takes 9 hours and 9 minutes , while the fastest available RegioJet trip will get you to Žilina in 3 hours and 30 minutes .
On weekends, RegioJet offers 6 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Žilina.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Vienna to Žilina
The bus takes an average of 7 hours and 2 minutes to cover the 129 miles from Vienna to Žilina. However, the fastest bus only takes 3 hours and 30 minutes. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.
The first bus leaves at 4:00am and the last bus leaves at 9:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Vienna to Žilina, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 11 scheduled buses that travel from Vienna to Žilina every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. This includes 5 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 Vienna to Žilina; ticket prices start at €24.66.
City Information
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 Rubens. 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 Vienna?
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Link to image attributionMain departure 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-Bahn and get anywhere else in the city.
All bus stations in Vienna:
Erdberg
Wien Hbf
Central Station
Wien Train Station (Tiefgeschoß Straßenbahn)
Wien Dörfelstraße (Meidling Bahnhof)
Where does the bus arrive in Žilina?
Main arrival station: P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Žilina.
All bus stations in Žilina:
P. O. Hviezdoslava 697/9
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