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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bern to Vienna
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€85
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€172
Fastest journey on Sep 17
10 h 1 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
10 h 1 m
Trains on Sep 17
21
Distance
684 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bern to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bern to Vienna will cost around €172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €85.
It's difficult to get from Bern to Vienna without transferring at least once.
IC 703+
EC 13473+
RJX19985+IC 6475:29 AM10h34Bern Hauptbahnhof4:03 PMVienna Hbf€851One-way3 transfers- IC 703+EC 13473+RJX199855:29 AM10h03Bern Hauptbahnhof3:32 PMVienna Hbf€851One-way2 transfers
- IC 707+RJX13477+IC 7417:31 AM10h32Bern Hauptbahnhof6:03 PMVienna Hbf€851One-way2 transfers
- IC 705+EC 97+RJX199776:31 AM10h01Bern Hauptbahnhof4:32 PMVienna Hbf€851One-way2 transfers
- IC 707+RJX134777:31 AM10h01Bern Hauptbahnhof5:32 PMVienna Hbf€1151One-way1 transfer
- IC 711+RJX134799:31 AM10h01Bern Hauptbahnhof7:32 PMVienna Hbf€1821One-way1 transfer
- IC 709+EC 99+RJX199158:31 AM10h01Bern Hauptbahnhof6:32 PMVienna Hbf€1301One-way2 transfers
- IC 705+EC 97+RJX199776:31 AM10h01Bern Hauptbahnhof4:32 PMVienna Hbf€851One-way2 transfers
- IC 707+RJX134777:31 AM10h01Bern Hauptbahnhof5:32 PMVienna Hbf€1151One-way1 transfer
- IC 717+EC 193 · EC 213+RJX1991912:31 PM10h01Bern Hauptbahnhof10:32 PMVienna Hbf€2581One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bern to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €63 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 5m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €63, while a flight costs an average of €693.
Distance: 684 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€124 Average price | €63 Average price Cheapest | €693 Average price | €204 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 33m Average total duration 9h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 2.0 - 4.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bern to Vienna:
A bus is €62 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Vienna costing on average €124.
A bus is €630 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Vienna costing on average €693.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 3m.
Bus takes on average 10h 49m.
Live departures
Bern to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Bern to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IR 2155+EC 95+RJX19911 | 4:18 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h14 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 703+EC 13473+RJX19985+IC 647 | 5:29 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h34 | 4:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 703+EC 13473+RJX19985 | 5:29 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h03 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 705+EC 97+RJX19977 | 6:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 705+EC 97+ ICE 1215 | 6:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h16 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 705+EC 97+ICE 1215 | 6:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h16 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 707+RJX13477+IC 741 | 7:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h32 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 707+RJX13477 | 7:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 709+EC 99+RJX19915 | 8:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 711+RJX13479 | 9:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 711+RJX13479+IC 745 | 9:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h32 | 8:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 713+EC 191+RE5+IC 747 | 10:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h32 | 9:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 713+EC 191+RE5 · RJX19917 | 10:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
 IC 713 · EC 191+ 79029+RJX 19917 | 10:31 AM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 8:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
| IC 717+EC 193 · EC 213+RJX19919 | 12:31 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 717 · EC 193 · EC 1219 | On time 12:31 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h16 | 10:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| IC 717 · EC 193 · EC 213 · RJX 19919 | 12:31 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 10:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
| IC 717+EC 193 · EC 213+RJX19919 | 12:31 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| IC 719+RJX13483+IC 843 | 1:31 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h32 | 12:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| IC 719+RJX13483 | 1:31 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h01 | 11:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| IC 721+EC 195+RJX19937 | 2:31 PM Bern Hauptbahnhof | 10h04 | 12:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bern to Vienna
Switzerland
Austria
Trains from Bern to Vienna run on average 8 times per day, taking around 9h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €55 but you can travel from only €38 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 684 km distance in 9h 1m.
Distance 684 km |
Average train duration 9h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €55 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 9h 1m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Bern to Vienna trainsÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Bern and Vienna from €38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Bern to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bern to Vienna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bern to Vienna
Most Bern to Vienna trains use the Bern Hauptbahnhof to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Bern and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bern station do trains to Vienna leave from?
Getting to Bern Hauptbahnhof from Bern city centre
Bern Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Bern Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lötschberg, Tibits Bern Gurtengasse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bern Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bern Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Schweizerhof Bern & Spa, Hotel Savoy Bern, Best Western Plus Hotel Bern.
Which Vienna station do trains from Bern arrive at?
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Getting to Wien Meidling Bahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Meidling Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
Getting to Wien Westbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
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