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How to get from Milan to Vienna (Austria)

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FASTEST
1h 25min
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17€
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Distance
625 km
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Best option from Milan to Vienna (Austria): Flight — both the fastest and the cheapest, about 1h 25min, from €17. Main companies selling this route on 12Go (checked on October 27, 2026): FlixBus, Austrian Airlines, Alitalia; main departure point: Milano Linate Airport.

Distance: 625 km. Data updated on .

There are 2 ways to get from Milan to Vienna (Austria)

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1h 25min
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11h 35min – 15h 40min
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🚌 Departure from Milan
📍Long-distance coaches in Milan commonly leave from the Lampugnano bus station, the city's main coach terminal, with a waiting area and ticket services. Always confirm the exact departure stop on your booking, as it can vary by operator.
🚇Take the red metro line M1 from the city centre to the Lampugnano stop, which is right next to the bus station. A taxi or ride-hailing service is also an easy option if you carry heavy luggage or arrive late.
⏰Departure frequency varies by season and day of the week, with evening services common for overnight travel. Check the live timetable on this page for current departures and book ahead in high season.
💸 Transport from 17€ per person
⚡ Fastest: 1h 25min
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Companies selling this route on 12Go

Offers listed on 12Go on October 27, 2026 for a departure on November 17, 2026. Timetables and prices change with the date: check them before booking.

CompanyModeDeparts fromFromOffers
FlixBus Bus Lampugnano Bus Terminal €39 6
EasyJet Europe Flight Milano Linate Airport €79 2
EasyJet Flight Milano Linate Airport €80 2
Austrian Airlines Flight Milano Linate Airport €134 4
Alitalia Flight Milano Linate Airport €160 4
Eurowings Flight Milano Linate Airport €205 1
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Practical tips

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Check your departure airport

Milan is served by several airports, such as Malpensa, Linate and Bergamo. Check the airport printed on your ticket before leaving, and plan the transfer from the city accordingly so you don't end up at the wrong one.

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Book early for the lowest fares

Last-minute tickets, whether for the plane or the coach, usually cost noticeably more. Book as soon as your dates are fixed, especially in summer and around holidays, when the cheapest seats sell out first.

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Confirm the Milan bus stop

Long-distance coaches in Milan often leave from Lampugnano, but the stop can vary by operator. Read your booking confirmation carefully and check the departure point before heading out, so you don't miss the coach.

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Use the overnight coach wisely

An overnight coach can save you a hotel night. Pack a neck pillow, a light layer, snacks and a charged phone, and keep your passport or ID card handy, as you are crossing a border.

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Check baggage rules before flying

Low-fare flights often include only a small cabin bag. Check the size and weight limits before booking, and add a checked bag online in advance, since paying at the airport is usually more expensive.

The journey experience

Milan to Vienna is a long hop across the Alps, and here the choice is not train versus coach but plane versus bus. Two options, very different trade-offs. The table on this page puts time and price side by side, so you can decide in seconds.

Flying is the fast choice. It leaves most of your day free in Vienna, and Milan has several airports to choose from. Just keep an eye on cabin baggage rules. The coach is the budget-friendly option. It offers reclining seats, an onboard toilet and, on many services, Wi-Fi and power sockets. It drops you in the city rather than at an airport, and it lets you travel overnight to save a hotel night. It suits flexible travellers who prefer to avoid airport security.

Our advice: if your time matters more than the last euro, fly. If you are flexible and want to save, take the coach. Either way, check which airport or bus stop you leave from before booking, because Milan has several. Book ahead in high season, as the cheapest fares go first. Booking online gives instant confirmation, so you can relax.

Frequently asked questions — Milan → Vienna (Austria)

Why visit Vienna (Austria)?

  • ✓ Tour the imperial apartments and gardens of Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • ✓ Attend a concert or opera at the Wiener Staatsoper, or stand for a few euros
  • ✓ Admire Klimt's The Kiss at the Belvedere Palace
  • ✓ Sample Sachertorte and melange coffee in a historic coffeehouse like Café Central
  • ✓ Stroll the Ringstrasse and climb the south tower of St. Stephen's Cathedral for views over the old town
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Recommended stay
2 to 4 nights — enough to see major palaces, museums and coffeehouses without rushing.

When to visit Vienna (Austria)?

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April to June and September to October — mild temperatures, long days and fewer crowds than summer.

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What to do in Vienna (Austria)?

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Schönbrunn Palace and Gardens
The Habsburgs' summer residence, with 40 rooms open to visitors. Book the timed ticket online (Imperial Tour from about 27€) and arrive at 8:30 to beat the tour groups. The gardens are free to enter. Climb to the Gloriette for the best view over the palace and the city.
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Stephansdom and its South Tower
The Gothic cathedral at the heart of the old town, recognisable by its patterned tile roof. Entering the nave is free. For about 6€ you can climb the 343 steps of the south tower for a view over the rooftops. Go early in the morning, when the square is quiet.
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Klimt's The Kiss at Belvedere
The Upper Belvedere holds the largest Klimt collection in the world, including The Kiss. Tickets cost about 20€ and the museum opens daily at 10:00. Go on a weekday morning, since the Klimt room fills quickly. Afterwards, walk the baroque gardens, which are free, down toward the Lower Belvedere.
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Traditional Viennese Coffeehouse
Viennese coffeehouse culture is on UNESCO's intangible heritage list. Try Café Central or Café Landtmann and order a Melange with a slice of apple strudel or Sachertorte, for about 12€ in total. Nobody will rush you, so you can stay for hours. Avoid peak queues by arriving before 9:00.
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Prater and the Riesenrad
The 1897 Riesenrad giant wheel, made famous by The Third Man, costs about 15€ for a slow 12-minute ride. Go at sunset for the best light over the city. The surrounding Prater park is free, and its long tree-lined avenues are good for walking or cycling.
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Naschmarkt Food Stalls
A long market of spice sellers, olive stalls and small restaurants, open Monday to Saturday. Share mezze or fresh fish for around 12 to 15€ per person. On Saturdays, a flea market takes over the western end. Go before noon, as stallholders pack up early and prices rise after the lunch rush.
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Kahlenberg and the Vienna Woods
Take tram D to Nussdorf, then bus 38A to Kahlenberg for a panorama over the Danube and the city, all on a standard transit ticket of about 2,40€. From there, marked trails lead through the Vienna Woods toward Leopoldsberg in about an hour. Wear proper shoes, since paths can be muddy.
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Heuriger Wine Tavern in Stammersdorf
Skip touristy Grinzing and head to Stammersdorf, in the north of the city, where local winemakers serve their own young wine in courtyards. Order a Gemischter Satz and a cold buffet plate for about 15€. Opening days vary, so look for the green branch hung above the door.

How long to visit Vienna (Austria)?

2 to 4 days

Vienna deserves 3 days: day one for the Ringstrasse, Hofburg and St. Stephen's Cathedral, day two for Schönbrunn Palace and the Belvedere, day three for museums, the Naschmarkt and a coffee house. With only 2 days, skip the outer museums and focus on the Innere Stadt plus Schönbrunn. Buy a public transport pass (24h, 48h or 72h) as the metro and trams cover everything.

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