The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Innsbruck
Cheapest price
€67
Average price
€94
Fastest journey
4 h 16 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
386 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Innsbruck will cost around €94 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €67.
Of the 19 trains that leave Vienna for Innsbruck on Fri, Nov 21, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 21 the direct trains cover the 386 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 16 m .
On Fri, Nov 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 22 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.
IC 540+
RJX 660
S 7 · S 1+
IC 540+
RJX 660
RJ 546+
RJX 162
RJX 160
RJX 162
RJX 160
RJX 162
RJX 660

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Innsbruck
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. 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 €43, and a flight costs an average of €154.
Distance: 386 km
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€66 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest | €230 Average price |
5h 55m Average total duration 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 28m Average total duration 6h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions |
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Vienna to Innsbruck train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Innsbruck trains for today, Thursday, November 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h35 | 10:43 AM Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h26 | 10:34 AM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 546+ RJX 162 | 7:33 AM Vienna Airport | 5h11 | 12:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 546+ RJX 162 | 7:55 AM Vienna Hbf | 4h49 | 12:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 562 | 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 4h42 | 12:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h26 | 12:34 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 162 | 8:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 4h16 | 12:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 640+ RJX 766 | 9:33 AM Vienna Airport | 5h11 | 2:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 640+ RJX 766 | 9:55 AM Vienna Hbf | 4h49 | 2:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 766 | 10:02 AM Vienna Airport | 4h42 | 2:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h22 | 2:30 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 766 | 10:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 4h16 | 2:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 653+ IC 642+ RJX 862 | 10:33 AM Vienna Airport | 5h11 | 3:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 642+ RJX 862 | 10:55 AM Vienna Hbf | 4h49 | 3:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 862 | 11:02 AM Vienna Airport | 4h42 | 3:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 862 | 11:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 4h16 | 3:44 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h35 | 6:43 PM Innsbruck Westbahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h22 | 6:30 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 4h26 | 8:34 PM Innsbruck Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Innsbruck
Trains from Vienna to Innsbruck run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 if you book in advance.
There are 13 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 386 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 386 km |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €35 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE from Vienna to Innsbruck trainsÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE trains will get you between Vienna and Innsbruck from €35. 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 Vienna to Innsbruck
The train Vienna - Innsbruck connects two of the most important Austrian cities, which are popular destinations. For the circa 4.5-5 hours journey ÖBB trains can be used. In most cases, no changeover is necessary when travelling by train. The Railjet and InterCity trains are used for the journey. The trains run daily almost hourly. The first train leaves around 5.30 in the morning and the last one leaves Vienna around 23.45. The train journey Vienna-Innsbruck usually starts at Vienna Westbahnhof and ends at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof.
Here it goes directly to the travel details.
Innsbruck is the capital of the federal state Tyrol, which is located in the west of Austria. The big city in the middle of the Tyrolean mountains offers numerous winter sports opportunities nearby. among the sights are the Golden Roof, the cathedral of St. Jakob, the Alpenzoo and much more. In addition, popular events such as the Four Hills Tournament, the Air & Style Snowboard Contest and music and film festivals take place regularly.
Train from Vienna
Direct at Westbahnhof, where the Vienna-Innsbruck trains start, there are numerous gastronomy and shopping offers as well as service facilities of the Austrian train. The Vienna West train Station can be reached via the underground lines U3 (Ottakring-Simmering), U6 (Siebenhirten-Floridsdorf) and the suburban trains S50 (Vienna Westbahnhof-Rekawinkel), 5, 6, 9, 18, 52, 58 as well as the airport bus. On the train line itself, a wonderful Alpine panorama awaits the train passengers.
By train to Innsbruck
The train journey from Vienna to Innsbruck ends at Innsbruck Central Station, which is located east of the city center of the Tyrolean capital. The main station is a traffic junction for local and long-distance traffic. This means that all other parts of the city can be easily reached by tram and bus. The bus stops are located directly in front of the station building and allow you to continue your journey via tram S1, S2, S3, S4, S5 and the numerous day bus lines as well as all seven Nightliner bus lines. The city center of Innsbruck can therefore be reached within 6 minutes.
FAQs: Trains from Vienna to Innsbruck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Vienna Hbf, which is located around 2.9 miles (4.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Innsbruck Hbf, located 0.4 miles (709 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna to Innsbruck
- 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
- Andaz Vienna on Belvedere
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- Free of charge
- Free
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms serving regional and S-Bahn trains.
- S-Bahn: Line S1, S2, S3, S4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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
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