Vienna to Berlin train
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The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
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Fastest train times from Vienna to Berlin
Fastest Journey
7 h 43 m
Average
8 h 41 m
Trains per day
17
Distance
524 km
Of the 17 trains that leave Vienna for Berlin every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
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Overview: Train from Vienna to Berlin
 | Distance | 324 miles (523 km) |
 | Average train ticket price | $76 (€68) |
 | Train frequency | 2 a day |
 | Direct train | Yes, there are 2 direct trains a day |
 | Train providers | ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection |
Trains from Vienna to Berlin cover the 324 miles (523 km) long journey taking on average 9 h 20 min with our travel partners like ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn or Deutsche Bahn with connection. Normally, there are 2 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $6 (€5), but the average price of train tickets is $76 (€68). Travelers depart most frequently from Wien Westbahnhof and arrive in Berlin Hbf.
Train companies: ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB Nightjet from Vienna to Berlin trains
You can travel by train from Vienna to Berlin with ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB Nightjet for as low as $6 (€5). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best route.
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main provider of train services and makes on average about 40, 000 domestic and international journeys per day. Deutsche Bahn’s fleet of trains includes the high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) as well as the IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn), which differ in terms of comfort and the time needed to travel. For example, while toilets are standard amenities, services like onboard restaurants or free WiFi are only available on certain train types and routes. Deutsche Bahn is well-known for its wide range of fares like Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100, which you can also use for your Vienna to Berlin train.
Train information from Vienna to Berlin with Deutsche Bahn:
- Average Duration: 7 h 43 min
- Deutsche Bahn frequency: 1 a day
Omio helps you compare and book the perfect train with ÖBB Nightjet from Vienna to Berlin for a smooth and relaxing journey. Check the latest ÖBB Nightjet train schedules for the ideal departure and arrival times, take a look at the travel information for the Vienna to Berlin train with ÖBB Nightjet (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), compare the best connections for your Vienna - Berlin trip and then book a cheap train ticket with ease. The distance to Berlin from Vienna by train is 324 miles (523 km). You can book tickets for this ÖBB Nightjet train for as low as $6 (€5) one-way if you book in advance. When you search for ÖBB Nightjet tickets between Vienna and Berlin in the Omio app, you can also check whether they are mobile tickets quickly and easily. If they are mobile tickets, then you can go paperless when taking a train. Book that perfect ÖBB Nightjet Vienna - Berlin train ticket online and enjoy your trip!
ÖBB is Austria's main train company and offers the following different ticket types for your next trip from Vienna to Berlin by train: Standard Ticket, Comfort-Ticket, ÖBB Sparschiene-Ticket, ÖBB Sparschiene Comfort-Ticket.
Omio helps you compare and book the perfect train with ÖBB to Berlin from Vienna for a smooth and relaxing journey. Check the latest ÖBB train schedules for the ideal departure and arrival times, take a look at the travel information for the Vienna to Berlin train with ÖBB (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), compare the best connections for your Vienna - Berlin route and then book a cheap train ticket with ease. The distance between Vienna and Berlin by train is 324 miles (523 km). You can book tickets for this ÖBB train for as low as $6 (€5) one-way if you book in advance. When you search for ÖBB tickets to Berlin from Vienna in the Omio app, you can also check whether they are mobile tickets quickly and easily. If they are mobile tickets, then you can go paperless when taking a train. Book that perfect ÖBB Vienna - Berlin train ticket online and enjoy your trip!
Trains from Vienna to Berlin
Trains in Europe are a convenient way to travel between cities, with a number of companies offering a variety of domestic and international routes. The rail link between these two great capital cities is operated by ÖBB or Deutsche Bahn, with passengers travelling on ICE Inter-City Express trains at speeds of up to 320 kph. Trains from Vienna to Berlin depart from Vienna Central Station (Wien Hauptbahnhof) seven days a week at roughly hourly intervals, starting at around 7:00 a.m. and continuing until nearly midnight. Services can involve as many as three changes before terminating at Berlin-Hauptbahnhof, but these make little difference to journey durations during the day, which generally run at about 8¾-10 hours. Overnight trips from Vienna to Berlin usually take between 14-15 hours.
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Vienna to Berlin Train Cost
Average prices for trains from Vienna to Berlin when you book in advance
Booking Period |
Average Price |
|---|---|
Same Day |
€157 |
1 Day in Advance |
€128 |
1 Week in Advance |
€98 |
2 Weeks in Advance |
€84 |
1 Month in Advance |
€71 |
3 Months in Advance |
€59 |
Vienna to Berlin Trains: General Information
Travelers can usually offset some of cost of Vienna to Berlin train tickets by planning ahead and checking the prices before booking.
Most Vienna to Berlin trains are run by Deutsche Bahn. Occasional trains are also run by ÖBB, Austria's national train company.- All Vienna to Berlin trains require at least 1 transfer, usually in either Prague or Nuremberg. Other journeys require 2-4 transfers. All trains depart from Wien Hauptbahnhof and arrive at Berlin Hauptbahnhof.
- The Vienna to Berlin train journey takes as little as 8 hours and 47 minutes to arrive in Berlin.
- Most travelers book their Vienna to Berlin train tickets 1 day in advance of the travel date.
Based on Omio's travel data, as the table above clearly illustrates, ticket prices on Vienna to Berlin trains decrease the further they are booked in advance:
- It is 18% cheaper on average to book a Vienna to Berlin train a day ahead of time rather than purchasing a ticket at the station.
- Vienna to Berlin trains are 38% cheaper on average when booked a week ahead of the travel date.
- Vienna to Berlin train costs are 55% cheaper on average when booked 1 month in advance as opposed to purchasing a train ticket the day of.
Train tickets from Vienna to Berlin: when to book to save $
The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:
- Buying your train ticket from Vienna - Berlin 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 70% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
- If you book a ticket Vienna - Berlin with 2 months in advance you save up to about 0% compared to the initial price.
- By booking 3 months in advance, you could save up to 0%.
- On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.
Travel Tips: Trains from Vienna to Berlin
Travel between Vienna, Austria and Berlin, Germany by train is: Unrestricted.
Can I enter Germany from Austria?
International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Vienna?
Conditions of entry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Berlin, Germany?
All travelers in Germany must observe these coronavirus safety measures:
- Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
- Face mask: Mandatory
The information above was last checked on 11/6/22. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train between Vienna and Berlin as this information can change.
The restriction level for your return train to Vienna, Austria from Berlin is: Unrestricted.
Is my return train into Vienna from Berlin restricted?
International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany
Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Austria from Berlin?
Conditions of reentry:
- There are no current restrictions
What are the safety rules to follow in Vienna, Austria?
The government of Austria has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:
- Social distancing required: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
- Face mask required: Recommended
Last checked on 11/17/22. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your train to Vienna from Berlin closer to your date of departure here here.
When departing from Vienna, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Wien Westbahnhof and Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof. When arriving in Berlin, you can end your route in train stations like Berlin Hbf, Berlin Spandau and Berlin Südkreuz.
Omio customers book a train from Wien Westbahnhof to Berlin Hbf most frequently for this route.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Wien Westbahnhof, which is located around 4.4 miles (7.1 km) away from the city center, and they get off the train at Berlin Hbf, located 3.5 miles (5.6 km) away from the city center.
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