The cheapest and fastest trains from Bologna to Vienna
Cheapest price
€148
Average price
€172
Fastest journey
9 h 6 m
Average duration
10 h 54 m
Trains per day
5
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 €172 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €148.
It's difficult to get from Bologna to Vienna without transferring at least once.
Regionale Veloce 3960+
RJX 134
Regionale Veloce 3962+
RJX 134
Regionale Veloce 3998+
RJX 134
InterCityNotte 774+
RJX 134
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400+
RJX 134
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400+
RJX 134
Regionale Veloce 3962+
RJX 134
Regionale Veloce 3960+
RJX 134
Regionale Veloce 3998+
RJX 134
InterCityNotte 774+
RJX 134Travel Information
Compare bus, train, 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 €36. 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 €36, and a flight costs an average of €20.
Distance: 565 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€115 Average price | €138 Average price | €59 Average price Cheapest |
10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m 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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Live departures
Bologna to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Bologna to Vienna trains for today, Friday, February 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:54 PM Bologna | 10h10 | 7:04 AM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, February 14 | |||||
InterCityNotte 774+ RJX 134 | 3:25 AM Bologna Centrale | 12h42 | 4:07 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3998+ RJX 134 | 4:20 AM Bologna Centrale | 11h47 | 4:07 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3960+ RJX 134 | 5:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 10h57 | 4:07 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
Regionale Veloce 3962+ RJX 134 | 6:10 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h57 | 4:07 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FRECCIAROSSA 1000 9400+ RJX 134 | 7:01 AM Bologna Centrale | 9h06 | 4:07 PM 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 10h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €29 but you can travel from only €20 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 10h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price €29 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 9h 40m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 22:54 |
Train companies: ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity, Frecciarossa, Italo from Bologna to Vienna trainsÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity, Frecciarossa, Italo trains will get you between Bologna and Vienna from €20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
Frecciarossa
Italo
EuroNight
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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
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