The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Vienna
Cheapest price
€60
Average price
€141
Fastest journey
8 h 46 m
Average duration
9 h 18 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
565 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bologna to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bologna to Vienna will cost around €141 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Vienna without transferring at least once.
RJ 82 · RJX 6631:52 PM9h40Bologna Centrale11:32 PMVienna Hbf€601One-way1 transfer
RJ 82+
RJX 663+
IC 8431:52 PM10h11Bologna Centrale12:03 AMVienna Hbf€991One-way2 transfers
RJ 82+
RJX 6631:52 PM9h40Bologna Centrale11:32 PMVienna Hbf€991One-way1 transfer
RJ 82+
RJX 663+
S 7 · S 11:52 PM10h19Bologna Centrale12:11 AMVienna Airport€991One-way3 transfers
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+
RJX 1302:18 PM9h49Bologna Centrale12:07 AMVienna Hbf€1391One-way1 transfer
8916+
RJX 1303:21 PM8h46Bologna Centrale12:07 AMVienna Hbf€1421One-way1 transfer
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9420+
RJX 1303:01 PM9h06Bologna Centrale12:07 AMVienna Hbf€1491One-way1 transfer
Intercity 588+
RJX 1302:51 PM9h16Bologna Centrale12:07 AMVienna Hbf€1421One-way1 transfer
RJ 86 · RJX 8699:52 AM9h40Bologna Centrale7:32 PMVienna Hbf€1781One-way1 transfer
RJ 82 · RJX 6631:52 PM9h40Bologna Centrale11:32 PMVienna Hbf€601One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Bologna to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bologna to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €17.
Distance: 565 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€119 Average price | €122 Average price | €61 Average price Cheapest |
10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.7 - 3.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bologna to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Vienna trains for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FRECCIAROSSA 9422+ NJ 40236 | 4:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 15h57 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3984+ NJ 40236 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 15h48 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3984+ NJ 236+ EC 463 | 4:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 14h22 | 6:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9423+ NJ 40236 | 5:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 14h57 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3986+ NJ 40236 | 5:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 14h48 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3986+ NJ 236+ EC 463 | 5:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 13h22 | 6:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
8918+ NJ 40236 | 5:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 14h37 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8918+ NJ 236+ EC 463 | 5:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 13h11 | 6:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9426+ NJ 40236 | 6:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 13h57 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3988+ NJ 40236 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 13h48 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3988+ NJ 236+ EC 463 | 6:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 12h22 | 6:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
8928+ NJ 40236 | 6:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 13h37 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8928+ NJ 236+ EC 463 | 6:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 12h11 | 6:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9480+ NJ 40236 | 6:41 PM Bologna Centrale | 13h17 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9480+ EC 463+ NJ 236 | 6:41 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h51 | 6:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ NJ 40236 | 7:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 12h57 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9428+ NJ 236+ EC 463 | 7:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h31 | 6:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
8920+ NJ 40236 | 7:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 12h37 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8920+ NJ 236+ EC 463 | 7:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h11 | 6:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
NJ 40294+ RJX 669 | 10:54 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h03 | 9:57 AM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
RJ 88+ RJX 867 | 7:45 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h12 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
RJ 86 · RJX 869 | On time 9:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h40 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 86+ RJX 869 | On time 9:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h05 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
RJ 86+ RJX 869 | On time 9:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h40 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 86+ RJX 869+ IC 745 | On time 9:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h11 | 8:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 86+ RJX 869+ IC 745 | On time 9:52 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h35 | 8:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9406+ RJX 130 | 10:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 14h06 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3972+ RJX 130 | 10:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h57 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8904+ RJX 130 | 10:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h46 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9490+ RJX 130 | 11:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 13h06 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3994+ RJX 130 | 11:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h57 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8906+ RJX 130 | 11:21 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h46 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9414+ RJX 130 | 12:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 12h06 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3974+ RJX 130 | 12:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h57 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8908+ RJX 130 | 12:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h46 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9416+ RJX 130 | 1:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 11h06 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3978+ RJX 130 | 1:10 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h57 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8910+ RJX 130 | 1:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h46 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 82 · RJX 663 | On time 1:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h40 | 11:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 82+ RJX 663 | On time 1:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h40 | 11:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 82+ RJX 663+ S 1 · S 7 | On time 1:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h19 | 12:11 AM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RJ 82+ RJX 663+ S 7 · S 2 | On time 1:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h19 | 12:11 AM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RJ 82+ RJX 663+ IC 843 | On time 1:52 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h11 | 12:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 8418+ RJX 130 | 2:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 10h06 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 8816+ RJX 130 | 2:18 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h49 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8914+ RJX 130 | 2:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h46 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3980+ RJX 130 | 2:23 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h44 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Intercity 588+ RJX 130 | 2:51 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h16 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9420+ RJX 130 | 3:01 PM Bologna Centrale | 9h06 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
8916+ RJX 130 | 3:21 PM Bologna Centrale | 8h46 | 12:07 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bologna to Vienna
Trains from Bologna to Vienna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 9h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 but you can travel from only €17 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:54. The fastest train covers the 565 km distance in 9h 40m.
Distance 565 km |
Average train duration 9h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 40m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 10:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, Italo from Bologna to Vienna trainsÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Vienna from €17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
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)
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
Italo
FAQs: Trains from Bologna to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bologna 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 Bologna to Vienna
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi.
- Luggage facility, open daily from 07:00 to 22:00, is located in front of binario 7 Ovest (Track 7 West).
- Burger King
- A Cafè
- VyTA Boulangerie
- Venchi
- Scambio
- Juice Bar
- KFC
- Dispensa Emilia
- Lavazza
- Mokà
- & more
- Accessible facilities including barrier-free restrooms, elevators and ramps. Sala Blu mobility assistance available from 07:45 to 22:30 with advanced one-hour notice.
- Starhotels Excelsior
- Millenn Hotel Bologna
- UNA Hotels
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 21:00
- Customer service center is on the ground floor and open every day from 06:30 to 23:00.
- Bus lines: 21, 25, 30, 36, 61, 62, 77, BLQ
- Monorail lines: Marconi Express
- Train lines: FR, FA, FB, IC, ICN, R, Italo, ÖBB EC, EN
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Keißlergasse.
- Restaurant Hütteldorfer
- Gasthaus Maria Brunn
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel An der Wien
- Hotel Kreiner
- Hotel Hadrigan
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: U4
- S-Bahn: S45, S50
- Bus: Several lines available
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