How to travel from Berchtesgaden to Vienna

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Compare bus and train for Berchtesgaden to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Berchtesgaden to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €32 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 15m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €32, while a train costs an average of €88.

Distance: 160 miles (259 km)

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€88

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€32

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€65

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4h 15m

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3h 45m

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7h 58m

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7h 28m

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3h 18m

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0.3 - 0.6kg

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Compare ways to travel from Berchtesgaden to Vienna

Compare the available ways to get from Berchtesgaden to Vienna, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Berchtesgaden to Vienna is a bus with an average price of €32.

This is compared to other travel options from Berchtesgaden to Vienna:

A bus is €56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berchtesgaden to Vienna costing on average €88.

The fastest way to travel from Berchtesgaden to Vienna is by train with an average journey time of 4h 15m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Berchtesgaden and Vienna including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Berchtesgaden to Vienna among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €88 compared to roughly €65 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€22. The journey takes 3h 45m versus 3h 18m 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.

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from Berchtesgaden to Vienna

How to get from Berchtesgaden to Vienna by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Berchtesgaden to Vienna is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • ÖBBS4+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 113+ÖBB | InterCityIC 641
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBBS4+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 113+ÖBB | InterCityIC 641
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • ÖBBS4+ÖBB | ICEICE 117+ÖBBRJX19977
    2 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBBS4+ÖBB | ICEICE 117+ÖBB | InterCityIC 649
    2 transfers
  • ÖBBS4+ÖBB | ICEICE 117+ÖBBRJX19977+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 113
    3 transfers
  • ÖBBS4+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 115+ÖBBRJX 161
    2 transfers
  • BA EuroflyerBA2629+British AirwaysBA702
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Berchtesgaden to Vienna

Travel to Vienna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Berchtesgaden to Vienna.

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There are 2 options to travel between Berchtesgaden and Vienna including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Berchtesgaden to Vienna is a bus with an average price of €32.

This is compared to other travel options from Berchtesgaden to Vienna:

A bus is €56 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Berchtesgaden to Vienna costing on average €88.

The fastest way to travel from Berchtesgaden to Vienna is by train with an average journey time of 4h 15m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 58m.

The distance from Berchtesgaden to Vienna is approximately 160 miles (259 km).
The average frequency per day from Berchtesgaden to Vienna is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 5 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Berchtesgaden and Vienna as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Berchtesgaden to Vienna:
  • Trains mostly depart from Berchtesgaden Hbf and arrive in Vienna Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Salzburg, P+R Süd and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Berchtesgaden to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn to go to Vienna by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Berchtesgaden to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 0 direct trains per day with Westbahn.
Omio customers who travel from Berchtesgaden to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Hallstatt. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.

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