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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Cheapest price
$126
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
259 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berchtesgaden to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berchtesgaden to Vienna will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $126.
Of the 1 trains that leave Berchtesgaden for Vienna on Sat, Jun 13, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 13 the direct trains cover the 259 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Sat, Jun 13 the slowest trains will take 4 h 15 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 Berchtesgaden to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. 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 bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $33.
Distance: 160 miles (259 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$95 Average price | $43 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Berchtesgaden to Vienna:
A bus is $52 (€42) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berchtesgaden to Vienna costing on average $95 (€77).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 40m.
Tickets start at around $95 (€77) compared to roughly $79 (€64) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-16.01 (€-12.99). The journey takes 3h 43m versus 3h 18m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Berchtesgaden to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:17 AM Berchtesgaden | 4h15 | 11:32 AM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Berchtesgaden to Vienna run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 160 miles (259 km) distance in 4h 13m.
Distance 160 miles (259 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
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The city’s walkable core, filled with imperial streets, churches, and squares. Essential for first-time visitors.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with major public buildings, ideal for a classic walking route and architectural overview.
Vienna’s central square around St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a busy meeting point and key orientation spot in the old city.
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