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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
$159
Average price
$159
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
12 h 15 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
651 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Grindelwald to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Grindelwald to Vienna will cost around $159 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $159.
It's difficult to get from Grindelwald to Vienna without transferring at least 4 times.
R 238 · ICE 106 · IC 817 · EC 193
R 240 · RE 4219 · IC 618 · IC 717
R 240 · RE 4219 · IC 618 · IC 717
R 238 · ICE 106 · IC 817 · EC 193Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Grindelwald to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 10h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $73, and a bus costs an average of $120.
Distance: 404 miles (651 km)
Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$110 Average price Cheapest | $120 Average price |
11h 0m Average total duration Fastest 10h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 30h 2m Average total duration 29h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Grindelwald to Vienna:
A train is $9 (€8) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Grindelwald to Vienna costing on average $120 (€98).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 30m.
Bus takes on average 29h 32m.
The table below shows live departures for Grindelwald to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 238 · ICE 106 · IC 817 · EC 193 | On time 10:17 AM Grindelwald station | 12h30 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
R 240 · RE 4219 · IC 618 · IC 717 | On time 10:47 AM Grindelwald station | 12h00 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
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Trains from Grindelwald to Vienna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $73 (€60) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 19:17. The fastest train covers the 404 miles (651 km) distance in 10h 45m.
Distance 404 miles (651 km) |
Average train duration 10h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $73 (€60) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 10h 45m |
First train 12:28 AM |
Last train 7:17 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 70 days |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Grindelwald to Vienna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Grindelwald to Vienna trains use the Grindelwald to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Westbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Grindelwald and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Grindelwald has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Barry's, Restaurant Golden India
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Grindelwald. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Grindelwald. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Grindelwald: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Grindelwald: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grindelwald: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Belvedere Grindelwald, Eiger Mountain & Soul Resort, Hotel Spinne.
Grindelwald, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Grindelwald, Bahnhof.
ATMs are available at Grindelwald, Bahnhof.
Available at Grindelwald, Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Grindelwald, Bahnhof: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grindelwald, Bahnhof.
Grindelwald, Männlichenbahn is 1 km from Grindelwald city centre. Public transport options include:
Grindelwald, Männlichenbahn has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Grindelwald, Männlichenbahn.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
Wien Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
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