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Kunsthistorisches Museum
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
5 h 9 m
Average duration
5 h 12 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
213 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Banská Bystrica to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Banská Bystrica to Vienna will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
It's difficult to get from Banská Bystrica to Vienna without transferring at least once.
EX 606+
REX 8+
R 934
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R 832+
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EX 610+
R 936+
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R 836+
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EX 600+
R 930+
REX 8
EX 606+
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R 934
EX 610+
R 936+
REX 8
R 834+
REX 8
R 832+
REX 8Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Banská Bystrica to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 9m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $26.
Distance: 132 miles (213 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
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$29 Average price Cheapest | $37 Average price |
5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions |
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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 Banská Bystrica to Vienna:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Banská Bystrica to Vienna costing on average $37 (€30).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 43m.
The table below shows live departures for Banská Bystrica to Vienna trains for today, Saturday, August 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:31 AM Banská Bystrica | 5h15 | 1:46 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:31 AM Banská Bystrica | 5h15 | 3:46 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, August 16 | |||||
RJ 1020 (Košice -> Prague) · R 1102 (Bohumín -> Brno) · RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:27 AM Vrútky station | 9h54 | 10:21 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EX 600+ REX 8+ R 930 | 5:37 AM železničná stanica Banská Bystrica | 5h09 | 10:46 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EX 600+ REX 8+ R 930+ IC 547 | 5:37 AM železničná stanica Banská Bystrica | 5h50 | 11:27 AM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 5:52 AM Banská Bystrica | 9h58 | 3:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 6:09 AM Ružomberok station | 9h41 | 3:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 transfers | |
R 832+ REX 8 | 6:31 AM železničná stanica Banská Bystrica | 5h15 | 11:46 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 832+ REX 8+ IC 549 | 6:31 AM železničná stanica Banská Bystrica | 5h56 | 12:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
RJ 1008 (Košice -> Prague) · (Frýdek-Místek -> Brno) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 6:36 AM Vrútky station | 9h14 | 3:50 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 2 transfers | |
R 834+ REX 8 | 8:31 AM železničná stanica Banská Bystrica | 5h15 | 1:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 834+ REX 8+ IC 643 | 8:31 AM železničná stanica Banská Bystrica | 5h56 | 2:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
EX 606+ REX 8+ R 934 | 8:36 AM železničná stanica Banská Bystrica | 5h10 | 1:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
EX 606+ REX 8+ IC 643+ R 934 | 8:36 AM železničná stanica Banská Bystrica | 5h51 | 2:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Banská Bystrica to Vienna run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€18) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:14, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 132 miles (213 km) distance in 5h 15m.
Distance 132 miles (213 km) |
Average train duration 4h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€18) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 15m |
First train 12:14 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Best time to book 4 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Banská Bystrica 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.

Most Banská Bystrica to Vienna trains use the železničná stanica Banská Bystrica to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Banská Bystrica and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
železničná stanica Banská Bystrica has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at železničná stanica Banská Bystrica.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Wien Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
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