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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine-arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and its grand Ringstrasse setting.
Cheapest price
$80
Average price
$128
Fastest journey
9 h 59 m
Average duration
10 h 11 m
Trains per day
9
Distance
661 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Interlaken to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Interlaken to Vienna will cost around $128 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $80.
It's difficult to get from Interlaken to Vienna without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 608 · IC 707+
EC 163+
RJX 767
IC 106 · IC 817 · EC 193 · RJX 261
RE 4219 · ICE 278 · IC 717 · EC 193
IC 964 · IC 813 · EC 191 · RJX 69
RE 4215 · EC 60 · IC 713 · EC 191
RE 4215 · EC 60 · IC 713 · EC 191
RE 4211 · IC 610 · IC 709 · EC 99
RE 4219 · ICE 278 · IC 717 · EC 193
IC 964 · IC 813 · EC 191 · RJX 69
IC 809 · EC 99 · RJX 67Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Interlaken to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $108. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 32m. 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 $108, and a flight costs an average of $116.
Distance: 410 miles (661 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$182 Average price | $201 Average price | $108 Average price Cheapest | $248 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 36m Average total duration 10h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration Fastest 2h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 11h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.0 - 4.0kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Interlaken to Vienna:
A bus is $74 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Interlaken to Vienna costing on average $182 (€146).
A bus is $92 (€74) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Interlaken to Vienna costing on average $201 (€161).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 6m.
Bus takes on average 11h 18m.
Tickets start at around $182 (€146) compared to roughly $248 (€200) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $67 (€54). The journey takes 10h 6m versus 8h 57m 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 Interlaken to Vienna trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 964 · IC 813 · EC 191 · RJX 69 | On time 9:04 AM Interlaken West | 10h28 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 815+ RJX 167 · RJX 567 | 9:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 10h58 | 8:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
IC 815+ RJX 167+ IC 747 | 9:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 11h04 | 9:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 815+ RJX 167+ IC 747 | 9:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 11h28 | 9:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
IC 815+ RJX 167 | 9:59 AM Interlaken Ost | 10h33 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 106 · IC 817 · EC 193 · RJX 261 | On time 11:04 AM Interlaken West | 10h28 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 620 · IC 907+ RJX 169 · RJX 569 | 12:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 10h28 | 10:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IC 620 · IC 907+ RJX 169+ IC 841 | 12:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 10h34 | 11:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 620 · IC 907+ RJX 169 | 12:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 10h03 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 620 · IC 907+ RJX 169+ IC 841 | 12:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 11h12 | 11:41 PM Vienna Airport | 5 transfers | |
IC 823+ RJX 367 | 1:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 10h36 | 12:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 823+ RJX 367+ S 7 · S 2 | 1:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 11h12 | 1:11 AM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IC 624 · IC 909+ RJX 367 | 2:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 10h06 | 12:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 624 · IC 909+ RJX 367+ S 2 | 2:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 10h42 | 1:11 AM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
IC 827+ RJX 369+ RJ 263 | 3:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 11h21 | 3:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 827+ RJX 369+ RJ 263 · RJ 821 | 3:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 13h58 | 5:57 AM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IC 827+ RJX 369+ RJ 263+ S 7 | 3:59 PM Interlaken Ost | 13h12 | 5:11 AM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
IC 628 · IC 727+ RJX 369+ RJ 263 | 4:29 PM Interlaken Ost | 10h51 | 3:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Interlaken to Vienna run on average 11 times per day, taking around 10h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $72 (€58) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 410 miles (661 km) distance in 9h 59m.
Distance 410 miles (661 km) |
Average train duration 10h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $72 (€58) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 9h 59m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Vienna’s premier fine-arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and its grand Ringstrasse setting.
Major art museum known for its graphic arts collection, Monet to Picasso highlights, and strong temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Baroque palace museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, with Austrian art from the Middle Ages to modernism.
The walkable old town core, packed with grand streets, churches, courtyards, and elegant architecture around Stephansplatz.
Vienna’s busiest central square and natural orientation point, surrounded by major shopping streets and historic buildings.
The grand boulevard encircling the inner city, ideal for walking past Vienna’s most monumental public buildings.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef in broth, famously associated with Viennese cuisine, usually served with apple-horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes.
A classic Austrian-style fried chicken dish long popular in Vienna, known for its crunchy coating and tender meat.
One of Vienna’s most acclaimed fine-dining restaurants, known for modern Austrian cuisine, tasting menus, and polished service.
Beloved central tavern serving hearty Austrian specialties, seasonal dishes, and a warm old-Vienna ambiance.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially for hotels and dining, 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 for hotel staff.
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