THE SHORT VERSION
Banja Luka to Vienna at a glance.
- From
- Banja Luka
- To
- Vienna Wien
- Road distance
- About 558 km
- Straight line
- 387 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
- Border
- Bosnia and Herzegovina → Austria. Passport and visa rules apply
Ready to travel from Banja Luka to Vienna?
Check live availability, fares and departure times with 12Go.
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Banja Luka
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Vienna
All the main stops are on the U-Bahn.
- Vienna International Busterminal (VIB)
At Erdberg (U3). Many international coaches. - Other stops
Operators also use Westbahnhof, Hauptbahnhof/Südtiroler Platz, Praterstern and the airport.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check the exact stop for your operator: Vienna has several.
KEEP GOING
From Vienna, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Vienna
More buses from Banja Luka
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Banja Luka from Vienna by road?+
About 558 km by road (387 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Banja Luka to Vienna take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Banja Luka?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Vienna to Banja Luka?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Vienna to Banja Luka as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Banja Luka arrive in Vienna?+
It depends on the operator. In Vienna, services use Vienna International Busterminal (VIB), Other stops. All the main stops are on the U-Bahn.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Vienna?+
All the main stops are on the U-Bahn.
What kind of bus runs from Banja Luka to Vienna?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Banja Luka to Vienna bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Vienna by bus?+
Direct buses from Vienna include Budapest, Salzburg, Prague, Zagreb, Munich and more. See all connections on our Vienna bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Banja Luka to Vienna?+
This journey crosses from Bosnia and Herzegovina into Austria. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
Book Banja Luka → Vienna on 12GoFOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
12Go: Banja Luka to Vienna bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Vienna (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →