The cheapest and fastest trains from Innsbruck to Vienna
Cheapest price
€69
Average price
€83
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck to Vienna will cost around €83 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €69.
Of the 15 trains that leave Innsbruck for Vienna on Thu, Nov 27, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 27 the direct trains cover the 386 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Thu, Nov 27 the slowest trains will take 4 h 26 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




RJX 161+
IC 645
RJX 765
RJX 161


Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Innsbruck to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck 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 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €38, and a flight costs an average of €181.
Distance: 386 km
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Innsbruck to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck to Vienna trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:26 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h26 | 9:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 765+ RJ 641 | 7:17 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 5h10 | 12:27 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
RJX 765 | 7:17 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h15 | 11:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 765 | 7:17 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h40 | 11:57 AM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:17 AM Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 4h35 | 11:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 765+ RJ 641 | 7:17 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h48 | 12:05 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h22 | 11:52 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 161+ IC 645 | 9:16 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 5h11 | 2:27 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
RJX 161+ IC 645 | 9:16 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h49 | 2:05 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 161 | 9:16 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h16 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 161 | 9:16 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h41 | 1:57 PM Vienna Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:26 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h26 | 5:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:26 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h26 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:17 PM Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 4h35 | 9:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:26 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 4h26 | 9:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Innsbruck to Vienna
Trains from Innsbruck to Vienna run on average 25 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €30 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 386 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 386 km |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €30 |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | REX from Innsbruck to Vienna trainsÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | REX trains will get you between Innsbruck and Vienna from €30. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Train from Innsbruck to Vienna. Travel summary
The Innsbruck - Vienna train links two of Austria's largest cities. Depending on the time of day, there is a direct train from Innsbruck Central Station approx. every 1-2 hours to Vienna Westbahnhof. The first Innsbruck - Vienna train connection starts early at 5, the last at 1.30. The Austrian company Österreichische Bundesbahn operates Railjet, EuroNight and IC trains on the route. Depending on the type of train, the trips take a good 4-6 hours. In addition, there are transfer connections which, however, do not require much longer. The changeover takes place in Salzburg.
Here it goes directly to the travel details.
The capital of Austria is world-famous for its magnificent buildings from various eras, including the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Imperial Hofburg and the Hundertwasserhaus. Thanks to its unique cultural offerings, tourists also value Vienna as the capital of music and art. Vienna's nightlife with its club and bar scene is also very popular with visitors.
Train from Innsbruck
The Innsbruck Central Station is located in the eastern part of the city center, so the journey Innsbruck - Vienna by train is very easy. At the bus station in front of the main station there are regional bus lines as well as numerous city bus lines, including 4162, 4165, 4166, 4176 and 8352. From the centrally located Innsbruck Finanzamt station, these lines take about 8 minutes to the main station. During the day the buses run every 8 minutes.
Train to Vienna
The trains from Innsbruck arrive in Vienna at Westbahnhof. It is located on the western edge of the city center, about 4 kilometers from St. Stephen's Cathedral. Under the station is the underground station of the same name, where the lines U3 and U6 depart. With the U3, travelers reach the city center every 3 minutes during the day. The underground U3 leaves in 9 minutes to the station Wien Mitte-Landstraße. The U6 connects the Westbahnhof with the northern and western districts of Vienna. During the night there are connections to the night lines N49 and N75, which stop at the centrally located Wien Oper station, for example.
FAQs: Trains from Innsbruck to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Innsbruck Hbf, which is located around 0.4 miles (709 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Vienna Hbf, located 2.9 miles (4.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Innsbruck to Vienna
- Parking is available near the station, with limited spaces.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- Hotel Sailer
- NALA Individuellhotel
- Hotel Zach
- The station is a small regional hub with basic facilities, primarily serving local and regional routes.
- Bus: Several local lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Europa Stüberl
- Die Pizzerei
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sailer
- Grand Hotel Europa
- ibis Innsbruck
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the roundabout.
- Restaurant Gasthaus Hansy
- Rollercoaster Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Austria Classic Hotel Wien
- Motel One Wien-Prater
- Hotel Praterstern
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line U1, Line U2
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
- 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.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Nordbergstraße.
- Restaurant Zum Roten Bären
- Gasthaus Wickerl
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Austria Classic Hotel Wien
- Hotel Bellevue Wien
- Hotel Boltzmann
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and S-Bahn services
- Tram: Line D, Line 5
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S40
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Gigergasse.
- Restaurant Steirereck
- Plachutta Wollzeile
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hilton Vienna Park
- InterContinental Vienna
- Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for S-Bahn and City Airport Train
- Hall 2: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: S1, S2, S3, S7
- U-Bahn: U3, U4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking options.
- Salm Bräu
- Restaurant Huth
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel Daniel Vienna
- Lindner Hotel Am Belvedere
- Austria Trend Hotel Savoyen Vienna
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket machines and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Line S1, S2, S3, S4, S7
- Tram: Line 71
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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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