- Must visit
Belvedere Palace Museum
Major art museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s 'The Kiss' and an outstanding collection of Austrian art in a baroque palace setting.
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$184
Fastest journey
8 h 30 m
Average duration
8 h 41 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
523 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Berlin Südkreuz station to Vienna Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Berlin Südkreuz station to Vienna Hbf will cost around $184 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
Of the 20 trains that leave Berlin Südkreuz station for Vienna Hbf on Mon, Jun 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 523 km distance in an average of 8 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 8 h 49 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.
RJX 251
RJX 251
ICE 1007+
RJX 69+
IC 745
ICE 1007 · RJX 69
ICE 1505 · EC 1217
RJX 251
RJX 251
ICE 1007+
RJX 69
ICE 1007 · RJX 69
ICE 1507 · ICE 211 · RJX 19917+
79077Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berlin Südkreuz station to Vienna Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $117.
Distance: 324 miles (523 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$108 Average price | $260 Average price | $51 Average price Cheapest | $164 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 24m Average total duration 8h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 1h 46m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 1m Average total duration 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Berlin Südkreuz station to Vienna Hbf:
A bus is $57 (€47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berlin Südkreuz station to Vienna Hbf costing on average $108 (€89).
A bus is $209 (€171) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Berlin Südkreuz station to Vienna Hbf costing on average $260 (€213).
Other travel options to Vienna Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 54m.
Bus takes on average 9h 31m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity.
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 Berlin Südkreuz station to Vienna Hbf trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJ 479 · RJ 273+ EC 101 | Delayed 11:20 PM 1:09 AMBerlin Südkreuz station | 8h40 | 9:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 479 · RJ 273 · EC 101 | Delayed 11:20 PM 1:09 AMBerlin Südkreuz station | 8h40 | 9:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 479 · RJ 53 | Delayed 11:20 PM 1:09 AMBerlin Südkreuz station | 9h40 | 10:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
NJ 457 | 8:25 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 10h35 | 7:00 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EN 40457+ IC 407 | 8:25 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 9h00 | 5:25 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 251 | On time 6:19 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h30 | 2:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 251 | On time 6:19 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h30 | 2:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 1003+ RJX 65 | On time 6:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h50 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1003 · RJX 65 | On time 6:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h50 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1003+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | On time 6:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 9h21 | 4:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1503 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977 | On time 7:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h50 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1503 · ICE 1215 | On time 7:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 9h05 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1503 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 | On time 7:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h50 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1503 · ICE 1215 | On time 7:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 9h05 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1005+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | On time 8:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 9h21 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1005 · RJX 67 | On time 8:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h50 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1005+ RJX 67 | On time 8:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h50 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1505 · S3 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | On time 9:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h50 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1505+ EC 1217 | On time 9:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 9h05 | 6:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1505+ DB S3+ ICE 119+ RJX19915 | On time 9:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h50 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1505 · EC 1217 | On time 9:42 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 9h05 | 6:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1007+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | On time 10:43 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 9h20 | 8:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1007+ RJX 69 | On time 10:43 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h49 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1007 · RJX 69 | On time 10:43 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h49 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1507+ 79077+ ICE 211 · RJX 19917 | On time 11:43 AM Berlin Südkreuz station | 8h49 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Berlin Südkreuz station to Vienna Hbf run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $33 (€27) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:42, the last at 18:37. The fastest train covers the 324 miles (523 km) distance in 8h 50m.
Distance 324 miles (523 km) |
Average train duration 8h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 8h 50m |
First train 6:42 AM |
Last train 6:37 PM |
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Major art museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s 'The Kiss' and an outstanding collection of Austrian art in a baroque palace setting.
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World-class fine arts museum with imperial collections spanning Old Masters, antiquities, and decorative arts in a monumental historic building.
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The grand boulevard encircling the historic center, lined with some of Vienna’s most important public buildings and monuments.
A lively cultural district with major museums, courtyards, and event spaces, popular with both visitors and locals.
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Boiled beef in broth, classically served with apple horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes. A famous old Viennese specialty.
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Prices are high by Central European standards, especially near the station, but supermarkets and casual eateries help keep daily costs manageable.
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