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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine-arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and its grand Ringstrasse setting.
Cheapest price
$89
Average price
$156
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
399 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bayreuth to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bayreuth to Vienna will cost around $156 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $89.
Of the 4 trains that leave Bayreuth for Vienna on Sun, May 31, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 31 the direct trains cover the 399 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 48 m .
On Sun, May 31 the slowest trains will take 7 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bayreuth to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a flight costs an average of $213.
Distance: 247 miles (399 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$143 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $348 Average price | $111 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 3m Average total duration 5h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bayreuth to Vienna:
A bus is $90 (€73) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bayreuth to Vienna costing on average $143 (€115).
A bus is $295 (€238) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bayreuth to Vienna costing on average $348 (€280).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 33m.
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (5h 33m by train vs 6h 3m by car). Tickets start at around $143 (€115) compared to roughly $111 (€89) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bayreuth to Vienna trains for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 1221+ 84643+ 79723 | Delayed 12:03 PM 9:59 AMBayreuth Hbf | 5h48 | 3:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
4863 · 4074 · REX 1785 · RJX 69 | 11:59 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h33 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
3404 · 3827 · 4863 · 4074 | 12:03 PM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h29 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 6 transfers | |
ICE 1225+ 84655+ 79733 | Delayed 2:33 PM 2:01 PMBayreuth Hbf | 5h46 | 7:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Bus EV · ICE 1509 · IC 406 | On time 2:10 PM Bayreuth Hbf | 9h06 | 11:16 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Bus EV · ICE 1509 · EC 213 · RJX 169 | 2:10 PM Bayreuth Hbf | 8h22 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
3406 · Bus EV · ICE 1509 · IC 406 | On time 2:16 PM Bayreuth Hbf | 9h00 | 11:16 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
3406 · Bus EV · ICE 1509 · EC 213 | 2:16 PM Bayreuth Hbf | 8h16 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
![]() | 6:10 AM Bayreuth | 7h22 | 1:32 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Bayreuth | 7h22 | 2:32 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:59 AM Bayreuth | 5h48 | 1:47 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:59 AM Bayreuth | 5h54 | 2:53 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bayreuth to Vienna run on average 15 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 (€51) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:39. The fastest train covers the 247 miles (399 km) distance in 5h 46m.
Distance 247 miles (399 km) |
Average train duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 (€51) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 5h 46m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Vienna’s premier fine-arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and its grand Ringstrasse setting.
Major art museum known for its graphic arts collection, Monet to Picasso highlights, and strong temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Baroque palace museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, with Austrian art from the Middle Ages to modernism.
The walkable old town core, packed with grand streets, churches, courtyards, and elegant architecture around Stephansplatz.
Vienna’s busiest central square and natural orientation point, surrounded by major shopping streets and historic buildings.
The grand boulevard encircling the inner city, ideal for walking past Vienna’s most monumental public buildings.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef in broth, famously associated with Viennese cuisine, usually served with apple-horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes.
A classic Austrian-style fried chicken dish long popular in Vienna, known for its crunchy coating and tender meat.
One of Vienna’s most acclaimed fine-dining restaurants, known for modern Austrian cuisine, tasting menus, and polished service.
Beloved central tavern serving hearty Austrian specialties, seasonal dishes, and a warm old-Vienna ambiance.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport is good value.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
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