Bus from Hamburg to Vienna: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Hamburg to Vienna on 24 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)Cheapest
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
ErdbergFastest
Flixbus
Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Hamburg Hbf
    Flughafen / Airport (VIE)No tags
    Flixbus
    Hamburg Central Bus Station (ZOB)
    Flughafen / Airport (VIE)No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:35 AM CET.

    Compare 3 ways to travel from Hamburg to Vienna

    We recommend taking the train

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 8 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just R 827, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    7train per day
    8h 46mAverage duration
    746 kmDistance
    18kgCO₂ emissions
    Average priceR 760 - R 4 197Average duration16h 10m
    19kg CO₂e
    Average priceR 827 - R 5 663Average duration8h 46m
    18kg CO₂e
    Carpool
    Average priceR 1 844 - R 1 844Average duration12h
    31kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Hamburg to Vienna by bus

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Hamburg to Vienna?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Hamburg to Vienna start at R 760. The average price for this route is around R 1 470. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Hamburg to Vienna?

      The average bus journey time from Hamburg to Vienna is 16h 10m, covering a distance of 753 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 13h 10m and is operated by Arda Tur.

    3. Which bus companies service the Hamburg to Vienna route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 20 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, Arda Tur.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Hamburg to Vienna?

      The earliest bus departs from Hamburg to Vienna at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Hamburg to Vienna?

      A bus trip from Hamburg to Vienna produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

    6. What is the best bus company from Hamburg to Vienna?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11638 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Hamburg to Vienna?

      Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Hamburg to Vienna?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Hamburg to Vienna?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Arda Tur, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    21/12
    R 2 001
    22/12
    R 1 355
    Today
    R 1 582
    24/12
    R 1 634
    25/12
    R 1 523
    26/12
    R 1 194
    27/12
    R 1 656
    28/12
    R 1 667
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Hamburg to Vienna was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 194

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

    You can expect to pay from R 1 194 to R 3 061 for a bus ticket from Hamburg to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 194, which is on 2025-12-26.

    Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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