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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 on Oct 16
$85
Average ticket price on Oct 16
$191
Fastest journey on Oct 16
7 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
7 h 5 m
Trains on Oct 16
30
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 $191 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from Bayreuth to Vienna without transferring at least 2 times.
3028 · ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165
3028 · ICE 785 · EC 1217
RE30+
ICE 783 · ICE 1215+
RJX19977
RE30+
ICE 783 · ICE 1215+
RJX19977
3428 · ICE 985 · ICE 1211
3028 · ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165
RE30+
ICE 783 · ICE 1215+
RJX19977
3024 · ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 161
RE30+
ICE 781+
EC 115+
RJX 186
3020 · ICE 983 · RJX 63Trains from Bayreuth to Vienna run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) 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 4m.
Distance 247 miles (399 km) |
Average train duration 5h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 4m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:39 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Bayreuth to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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3428 · ICE 985 · ICE 1211 | On time 5:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h31 | 12:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
3428 · ICE 985 · ICE 1211 · RJX 19975 | 5:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h16 | 12:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
RE32+ ICE 985 · ICE 1211 | 5:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h31 | 12:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE32+ ICE 985 · ICE 1211+ RJX19975 | 5:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h16 | 12:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE32+ ICE 985 · ICE 1211+ RJX19975 | 5:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h41 | 12:57 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
RE32+ ICE 985 · ICE 1211+ REX 7 | 5:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h59 | 1:15 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
3020 · ICE 983 · RJX 63 | On time 6:24 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h08 | 1:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 983+ RJX 63 · RJX19983 | 6:24 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h33 | 1:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 983+ RJX 63 | 6:24 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h08 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
3024 · ICE 781 · EC 1213 | On time 7:26 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h21 | 2:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
3024 · ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 161 | 7:26 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h06 | 2:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 781+ EC 1213 | 7:26 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h21 | 2:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 781+ EC 115+ RJX 186 | 7:26 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h06 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 781+ EC 115+ RJX 161 | 7:26 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h31 | 2:57 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 781+ EC 1213+ REX 7 | 7:26 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h49 | 3:15 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
3080 · ICE 581 · RJX 65 | On time 8:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h16 | 3:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 581+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | 8:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 8h11 | 4:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 581+ RJX 65 · RJX19985 | 8:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h41 | 3:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 581+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | 8:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h47 | 4:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE30 · RJX 65+ ICE 581 | On time 8:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h16 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 783 · ICE 1215 | 9:29 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h18 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 783 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977 | 9:29 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h03 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 783 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977 | 9:29 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h28 | 4:57 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 783 · ICE 1215+ REX 7 | 9:29 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h46 | 5:15 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 583+ RJX 67 · RJX13477 | 10:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h41 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 583+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | 10:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 8h11 | 6:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE30+ ICE 583+ RJX 67 | 10:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h16 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 741+ RE30+ ICE 583+ RJX 67 | 10:16 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h47 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
3028 · ICE 785 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 | 11:29 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h03 | 6:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
3028 · ICE 785 · EC 1217 | On time 11:29 AM Bayreuth Hbf | 7h18 | 6:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
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World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Home to Klimt’s The Kiss and outstanding Austrian art in a Baroque palace. A top stop for art lovers and one of Vienna’s signature museums.
Albertina combines major temporary shows with prints, drawings, and modern art. Its state rooms and central location make it especially appealing.
Circular boulevard lined with palaces, museums, parks, and public buildings. It is the classic route for understanding Vienna’s grand nineteenth-century core.
UNESCO-listed historic center with medieval lanes, imperial landmarks, churches, and elegant squares. Essential for first-time visitors and easy walking.
Large cultural district of museums, courtyards, seating areas, and events. It mixes major institutions with a lively urban atmosphere day and night.
Breaded veal cutlet fried until crisp, then served with lemon or potato salad. It is Vienna’s signature dish and a classic of the city’s traditional cuisine.
Slow-cooked boiled beef in broth, usually served with apple-horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes. A beloved imperial-era Viennese specialty.
Thin pancakes filled with apricot jam, quark, or curd cheese and baked with butter. A comforting dessert found in classic Viennese kitchens.
Historic restaurant by St. Stephen’s Cathedral, known for Wiener Schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in an elegant, old-Vienna setting.
Refined restaurant famous for Tafelspitz and formal Viennese dining. It offers polished service and a grand atmosphere near the Stadtpark.
Traditional beer hall serving Austrian comfort food, local beer, and hearty portions in a lively, rustic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but transit is good value and many sights can be enjoyed on a mid-range budget.
Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up in cafes and taxis.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bayreuth 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 Bayreuth to Vienna trains use the Bayreuth Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Bayreuth and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bayreuth Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Ponte Central, Inges Café, Poseidon, Cô Chính
Wi-Fi is available at Bayreuth Hbf. ATMs are available at Bayreuth Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Bayreuth Hbf. Information desks are available at Bayreuth Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Bayreuth Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bayreuth Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bayreuth Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bayreuth Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Poseidon, Bayerischer Hof, B&B Hotel, Hotel Weihenstephan.
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 Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Franz-Josefs-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 Zum Roten Bären, Gasthaus Wickerl
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Austria Classic Hotel Wien, Hotel Bellevue Wien, Hotel Boltzmann.
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