- 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
$15
Average price
$16
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
54 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bratislava hlavná stanica 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 Bratislava hlavná stanica to Vienna Hbf will cost around $16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 19 trains that leave Bratislava hlavná stanica for Vienna Hbf on Wed, Jun 17, 19 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 17 the direct trains cover the 54 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
On Wed, Jun 17 the slowest trains will take 56 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.
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REX 8Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bratislava hlavná stanica to Vienna Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a ferry costs an average of $45.
Distance: 33 miles (54 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Ferry | Driving |
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$17 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $51 Average price | $39 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 20m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Bratislava hlavná stanica to Vienna Hbf:
A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bratislava hlavná stanica to Vienna Hbf costing on average $17 (€14).
A bus is $42 (€34) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Bratislava hlavná stanica to Vienna Hbf costing on average $51 (€41).
Other travel options to Vienna Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 17m.
Ferry takes on average 1h 20m.
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 ÖBB | REX, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | Railjet, Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK).
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 Bratislava hlavná stanica to Vienna Hbf trains for today, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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REX 8 | 5:50 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 6:46 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 6:50 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 7:46 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 7:50 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 8:46 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 8:50 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 9:46 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 9:50 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 10:46 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 10:50 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 11:46 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 11:50 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 12:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 12:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 1:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 1:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 2:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 2:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 3:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 3:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 4:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 4:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 5:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 5:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 6:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 6:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 7:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 7:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 8:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 8:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 9:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
REX 8 | 10:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 11:46 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
Os 8 | 11:50 PM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 12:46 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Os 8 | 4:50 AM Bratislava hlavná stanica | 0h56 | 5:46 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Bratislava hlavná stanica to Vienna Hbf run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:50, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 33 miles (54 km) distance in 56m.
Distance 33 miles (54 km) |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 56m |
First train 2:50 AM |
Last train 10:50 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.
One of Vienna’s premier art museums, famous for its graphic arts collection and major temporary exhibitions in a historic Habsburg residence.
World-class fine arts museum with imperial collections spanning Old Masters, antiquities, and decorative arts in a monumental historic building.
Vienna’s central square and one of the city’s busiest meeting points, surrounded by major historic architecture and shopping streets.
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.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin, breaded and fried veal cutlet, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef in broth, classically served with apple horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes. A famous old Viennese specialty.
Viennese-style goulash, slower-cooked than the Hungarian version and often rich with onions and paprika, commonly eaten with bread or dumplings.
A world-famous fine dining restaurant offering refined Austrian cuisine and exceptional service in a modern park-side setting.
A beloved classic Viennese inn serving schnitzel, goulash, and seasonal Austrian dishes in a cozy, old-style setting.
A renowned traditional Viennese restaurant famous for Tafelspitz and classic Austrian specialties in an elegant setting.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially near the station, but supermarkets and casual eateries help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is often included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is customary in restaurants. Round up taxis. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and for hotel staff.
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