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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Cheapest price
$111
Average price
$221
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 59 m
Trains per day
29
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Trieste to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Trieste to Vienna will cost around $221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $111.
Of the 29 trains that leave Trieste for Vienna on Thu, Jun 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 346 km distance in an average of 9 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 12 h 16 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.
Treno 3552 effettuato con BUS TSM00 · Regionale Veloce 3552 · Regionale Veloce 3478+
RJX 661
RJX 132
RJX 132+
IC 747
Regionale Veloce 3432+
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+
RJX 661+
RJ 84
Treno 3552 effettuato con BUS TSM00 · Regionale Veloce 3552+
FRECCIAROSSA 9702+
RJX 661
RJX 132
RJX 132+
IC 747
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+
RJX 867+
RJ 88
Regionale Veloce 3432 · Regionale Veloce 3482+
RJX 867+
RJ 88
Regionale Veloce 3432+
FRECCIAROSSA 9708+
RJX 867+
RJ 88Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trieste to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $260.
Distance: 214 miles (346 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$134 Average price | $56 Average price Cheapest | $627 Average price | $136 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 33m Average total duration 6h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | - 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 Trieste to Vienna:
A bus is $78 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trieste to Vienna costing on average $134 (€108).
A bus is $571 (€461) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Trieste to Vienna costing on average $627 (€506).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 3m.
Train takes on average 7h 5m.
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, ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
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 Trieste to Vienna trains for today, Wednesday, June 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 132 | 2:22 PM Trieste Centrale | 6h45 | 9:07 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 132+ IC 747 | 2:22 PM Trieste Centrale | 7h05 | 9:27 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, June 4 | |||||
Treno 3552 effettuato con BUS TSM00 · Regionale Veloce 3552 · Regionale Veloce 3478+ RJ 84 | 3:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 17h34 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Treno 3552 effettuato con BUS TSM00 · Regionale Veloce 3552+ FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ RJ 84 | 3:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 17h34 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Treno 3552 effettuato con BUS TSM00 · Regionale Veloce 3552 · Regionale Veloce 3478+ RJ 88 | 3:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 13h34 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Treno 3552 effettuato con BUS TSM00 · Regionale Veloce 3552+ FRECCIAROSSA 9702+ RJ 88 | 3:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 13h34 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Treno 3552 effettuato con BUS TSM00 · Regionale Veloce 3552 · Regionale Veloce 3478+ RJ 84 | 3:58 AM Trieste Centrale | 18h05 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3432 · Regionale Veloce 3482+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 5:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 16h16 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3432+ FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 5:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 16h16 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3432 · Regionale Veloce 3482+ RJ 88+ RJX 867 | 5:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 12h16 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3432+ FRECCIAROSSA 9708+ RJ 88+ RJX 867 | 5:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 12h16 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 6:00 AM Trieste Centrale | 15h32 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+ RJ 88+ RJX 867 | 6:00 AM Trieste Centrale | 11h32 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9712+ RJ 84+ IC 406 | 6:00 AM Trieste Centrale | 17h13 | 11:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3434 · Regionale Veloce 3486+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 6:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 15h16 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3434 · Regionale Veloce 3486+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 6:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 15h47 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3434 · Regionale Veloce 3486+ RJ 84+ IC 406 | 6:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 16h57 | 11:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 · FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 6:38 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h54 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 · FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 6:38 AM Trieste Centrale | 15h25 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9466 · FRECCIAROSSA 9716+ RJ 84+ IC 406 | 6:38 AM Trieste Centrale | 16h35 | 11:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 7:07 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h25 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ RJ 84+ IC 406 | 7:07 AM Trieste Centrale | 16h06 | 11:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FRECCIAROSSA 9718+ RJ 84+ RJX 661+ IC 749 | 7:07 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h56 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3558 · Regionale Veloce 3428+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 7:20 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h12 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3558 · Regionale Veloce 3428+ RJ 84+ RJX 661 | 7:20 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h43 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3558 · Regionale Veloce 3428+ RJ 84+ IC 406 | 7:20 AM Trieste Centrale | 15h53 | 11:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3460 · Treno 3488 effettuato con bus VE168 · Regionale Veloce 3488+ RJ 84 | 8:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 13h16 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3460 · Treno 3488 effettuato con bus VE168 · Regionale Veloce 3488+ RJ 84 | 8:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 14h57 | 11:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
Regionale Veloce 3460 · Treno 3488 effettuato con bus VE168 · Regionale Veloce 3488+ RJ 84 | 8:16 AM Trieste Centrale | 13h47 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
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Trains from Trieste to Vienna run on average 2 times per day, taking around 7h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $75 (€61) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 214 miles (346 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 214 miles (346 km) |
Average train duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $75 (€61) |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 45m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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Best time to book 6 days |
Discover the best of Vienna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vienna trip today.
Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Major art museum with graphic arts, Monet to Picasso highlights, and strong temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Baroque palace museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, plus Austrian art from the Middle Ages to today.
The city’s walkable core, filled with imperial streets, churches, and squares. Essential for first-time visitors.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with major public buildings, ideal for a classic walking route and architectural overview.
Vienna’s central square around St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a busy meeting point and key orientation spot in the old city.
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, classically served with apple horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes. A hallmark of old Viennese cuisine.
Austrian-style fried chicken, especially associated with Viennese cooking, with a crunchy coating and often served with salad or lemon.
Leading fine-dining destination in Stadtpark, known for modern Austrian cuisine, polished service, and an elegant setting.
Popular classic Viennese inn serving schnitzel, goulash, and seasonal Austrian dishes in a cozy traditional space.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel, with a lively traditional atmosphere in the city center.
Vienna is pricier than many Central European cities, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport and casual eats are reasonable.
Service is usually included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares; small tips are optional in cafes and hotels.
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Vienna Hbf -> Stephansplatz, Vienna
The train connection between Trieste and Vienna offers a convenient and scenic way to travel between these two beautiful cities. Passengers can choose from several providers, including ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, and ÖBB | Nightjet. With comfortable seating and stunning views along the route, this journey is perfect for those looking to explore the rich culture of both destinations while enjoying an efficient mode of transportation.
The train journey from Trieste to Vienna takes approximately 9 hours and 10 minutes, with one connection per day. This route is not direct, requiring a transfer during the trip. Passengers will depart from Trieste Centrale and arrive at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
The first daily train journey from Trieste to Vienna departs at 10:52 AM, providing an early start for travelers eager to explore the beautiful landscapes and cultural offerings of both cities. The last departure is scheduled for 11:52 AM, allowing visitors a convenient option for late morning travel between these two vibrant destinations.
The cheapest ticket price for the train connection from Trieste to Vienna is €28. The average ticket price typically hovers around €74, making it a convenient option for travelers looking to explore these two beautiful cities in Europe.
Schönbrunn Palace, once the summer residence of the Habsburg emperors, boasts a rich history that dates back to the 17th century when it was transformed from a hunting lodge into an opulent baroque palace. Its significance lies not only in its architectural grandeur but also as a symbol of Austria's imperial past and cultural heritage; today, it is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unique features include its stunning gardens adorned with fountains and sculptures, along with the Gloriette offering breathtaking views over Vienna.
St. Stephen's Cathedral stands proudly at the heart of Vienna’s historic center and has been an iconic landmark since its construction began in 1137; this magnificent Gothic structure reflects centuries of religious devotion and artistic achievement. The cathedral holds great significance for both locals and visitors alike as it serves as a spiritual hub while showcasing remarkable historical events through its intricate architecture and art pieces. Among its unique features are the colorful tiled roof depicting Austria’s coat of arms, along with access to one of Europe’s tallest church towers providing panoramic city views.
Belvedere Palace consists of two Baroque palaces set amidst beautifully landscaped gardens that were originally commissioned by Prince Eugene of Savoy in the early 18th century; they exemplify aristocratic elegance intertwined with nature's beauty. This site is significant not just for its aesthetic appeal but also because it houses an impressive collection including Gustav Klimt's "The Kiss," making it essential for art lovers visiting Vienna. What sets Belvedere apart are its exquisite frescoes, ornate interiors filled with priceless artworks, and expansive grounds perfect for leisurely strolls amid stunning vistas.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Trieste 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.

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