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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
Cheapest price
$130
Average price
$213
Fastest journey
10 h 29 m
Average duration
10 h 37 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
710 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Fribourg to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Fribourg to Vienna will cost around $213 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $130.
It's difficult to get from Fribourg to Vienna without transferring at least once.
RJX19977+
IC 705+
EC 97+
IC 649
RJX19977+
IC 705+
EC 97
RJX19977+
EC 97+
RJ 113+
IC 705
RJX19915+
EC 99+
IC 709
RJX13477+
IC 707
RJX19915+
EC 99+
IC 709
RJX19977+
IC 705+
EC 97
RJX13477+
IC 707
ICE 1215+
EC 97+
IC 705
RJX19977+
EC 97+
RJ 113+
IC 705Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Fribourg to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 8h 52m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a flight costs an average of $156.
Distance: 441 miles (710 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $75 Average price Cheapest | $319 Average price | $258 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 56m Average total duration 9h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 52m Average total duration Fastest 8h 52m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | 2.1 - 4.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Fribourg to Vienna:
A bus is $83 (€67) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Fribourg to Vienna costing on average $158 (€128).
A bus is $244 (€197) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Fribourg to Vienna costing on average $319 (€258).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 26m.
Bus takes on average 13h 35m.
Tickets start at around $158 (€128) compared to roughly $258 (€209) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $100 (€81). The journey takes 9h 26m versus 9h 10m 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 Fribourg to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX19977+ EC 97+ RJ 113+ IC 705 | 6:03 AM Fribourg | 10h54 | 4:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IC 705+ RJX19977+ IC 649+ EC 97 | 6:03 AM Fribourg | 11h24 | 5:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RJX19977+ EC 97+ IC 705 | 6:03 AM Fribourg | 10h29 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1215+ EC 97+ IC 705 | 6:03 AM Fribourg | 10h44 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX13477+ IC 707 | 7:03 AM Fribourg | 10h29 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 707+ RJX13477 | 7:03 AM Fribourg | 10h54 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
RJX13477+ IC 707 · IC 741 | 7:03 AM Fribourg | 11h24 | 6:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
RJX13477+ IC 707 · IC 741 | 7:03 AM Fribourg | 11h00 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX19915+ IC 709+ EC 99 | 8:03 AM Fribourg | 10h29 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Fribourg to Vienna run on average 15 times per day, taking around 9h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $71 (€58) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 22:44. The fastest train covers the 441 miles (710 km) distance in 9h 29m.
Distance 441 miles (710 km) |
Average train duration 9h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $71 (€58) |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 9h 29m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 10:44 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 77 days |
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Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
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The UNESCO-listed old town is the essential area for first-time visitors, filled with major sights, elegant streets, and imperial atmosphere.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with monumental buildings, ideal for walking, tram rides, and understanding the city’s imperial urban design.
Formal imperial gardens and viewpoints around Schönbrunn Palace, ideal for walking and among the city’s most photogenic open spaces.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef simmered in broth and served with classic sides such as apple-horseradish and chive sauce. It is one of Vienna’s most traditional imperial dishes.
A rich Viennese beef goulash, typically served with sausage, fried egg, and pickles. It is a hearty tavern favorite with roots in the city’s working-class cuisine.
One of Vienna’s leading fine dining restaurants, offering modern Austrian cuisine with exceptional technique and a refined park-side setting.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant celebrated for Tafelspitz and refined boiled beef dishes, with polished service and a classic atmosphere.
Prices are higher than in much of Central Europe. Museums, hotels, and dining add up, but public transport is good value.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and bars.
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