Bratislava to Vienna train

Trains from Bratislava to Vienna

Traveling between the capitals of Slovakia and Austria couldn't be easier, thanks to rapid and regular rail connections. Every day, at least one direct train leaves every hour from Bratislava's Hlavna Stanica, with 20-25 daily options. The journey time ranges from 1 hour 6 minutes to 1 hour 21 minutes.

Which train companies travel from Bratislava to Vienna?

Austrian train company OBB runs all of the services from Bratislava to Vienna, under its standard, high-speed InterCity and Regional Express (REX) brands.

How long is the train from Bratislava to Vienna?

The journey from Bratislava to Vienna doesn't take long by train. Travelers can expect journey durations of between 1 hour 6 minutes and 1 hour 21 minutes when they travel direct. No changes will be needed at any stage.

How many trains are there from Bratislava to Vienna?

Direct trains leave all the time from central Bratislava for the Austrian capital. Passengers can book at least one train every hour from around 8:30 a.m. until just after 10:00 p.m. There should be a total of 20-25 options on any given day.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Bratislava to Vienna?

Departure train station: All trains to Vienna from Bratislava will leave from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica, the city's central rail terminus. The best way to reach Hlavna Stanica is usually via trolley bus or standard bus services. Trolley lines 1 and 2 run straight to the station entrance from the city center, and won't take longer than 15-20 minutes from most locations. Buses 83 and 84 also provide connections for those in western Bratislava. Finally, those coming from the airport can take the 61 shuttle bus directly to Hlavna Stanica, which takes 18-20 minutes.

Arrival train station: Trains from Bratislava will arrive at Vienna's Hauptbahnhof (central station). The station isn't far from the city center, so accessing downtown accommodation and the major sights won't be difficult. Most visitors choose to hop on the U1 subway line, which serves most central locations, although the D tram line offers a more scenic route into town, allowing travelers to get a feel for the atmosphere of the Austrian capital. Direct rail connections also run from the Hauptbahnhof to Vienna Airport, leaving every 20 minutes and taking 15  minutes to reach the departure terminals.