What is the cheapest way to get from Vienna to Ruse?

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Ruse is to bus which costs $50 - $120 and takes 23h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vienna to Ruse?

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Ruse is to fly and shuttle which takes 5h 55m and costs $170 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Ruse?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna station to Ruse. However, there are services departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz and arriving at Ruse via Buchurest. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 16m.

How far is it from Vienna to Ruse?

The distance between Vienna and Ruse is 945 km. The road distance is 1108 km.

How do I travel from Vienna to Ruse without a car?

The best way to get from Vienna to Ruse without a car is to bus via Bucharest which takes 13h 16m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Vienna to Ruse?

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Vienna to Ruse, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Ruse bus from?

Vienna to Ruse bus services, operated by Maxibus Travel, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where does the Vienna to Ruse bus arrive?

Vienna to Ruse bus services, operated by Maxibus Travel, arrive at Bucharest station.

What is the time difference between Vienna and Ruse?

Ruse is 1h ahead of Vienna. It is currently 10:08 AM in Vienna and 11:08 AM in Ruse.

Can I drive from Vienna to Ruse?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Ruse is 1108 km. It takes approximately 11h 58m to drive from Vienna to Ruse.

Where can I stay near Ruse?

There are 211+ hotels available in Ruse.

Vienna to Ruse - 5 ways to travel via plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Vienna to Ruse by plane, shuttle, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Bucharest Otopeni, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bucharest Otopeni (OTP)VIE - OTP
2. Take a shuttle bus from Bucharest Otopeni Airport to Ruse
5h 55m
$170–509
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to București, Autogara MilitariN959 / ...
2. Take the bus from București, Autogara Militari to Ruse Central Bus StationUnion Ivkoni - Unibus 7
23h 37m
$52–120
Bus via Bucharest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Bucharest
2. Take the bus from Buchurest to Ruse
13h 16m
Drive 1,108 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Ruse1,108 km
11h 58m
$209–301
Fly to Varna Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Varna Airport (VAR)VIE - VAR
2. Take a shuttle bus from Varna Airport to Ruse
8h 5m
$190–649

Vienna to Ruse by subway and bus

7Weekly Services

23h 37mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 945.3 km
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Ruse, Bulgaria?

You can take a bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Ruse via Bucharest and Buchurest in around 13h 16m.

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