How to travel from Bern to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Bern to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bern to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of S$ 111 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 8m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of S$ 111, while a flight costs an average of S$ 1,205.

Distance: 425 miles (684 km)

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Driving

S$ 243

Average price

S$ 111

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Cheapest

S$ 1,205

Average price

S$ 310

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 58m

Average total duration

9h 28m

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30m

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13h 55m

Average total duration

13h 25m

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6h 8m

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Fastest

4h 8m

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2h 0m

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8h 49m

Average total duration

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

2.0 - 4.1kg

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ÖBB

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FlixBus

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British Airways

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Compare ways to travel from Bern to Vienna

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

The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Vienna is a bus with an average price of S$ 111.

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

A bus is S$ 133 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Vienna costing on average S$ 243.

A bus is S$ 1,095 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Vienna costing on average S$ 1,205.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 8m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 58m.

Bus takes on average 13h 55m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bern and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Bern 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 S$ 243 compared to roughly S$ 310 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about S$ 67. The journey takes 9h 28m versus 8h 49m 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 Bern to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
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Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • SBBIC 1 713 | 713+Austrian AirlinesOS140
    1 transfer

Other options

  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 719 · IC 573+ÖBBIR 3276+ÖBB | S-BahnS 2
    4 transfers
  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 719 · IC 573+ÖBBIR 3276+ÖBB | S-BahnS 2
    5 transfers
  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 10815 · IC 769+ÖBBRJX 167
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • SBBIC 1 705 | 705+Austrian AirlinesOS136
    1 transfer
  • SBBIC 1 705 | 705+Austrian AirlinesOS140
    1 transfer
  • SBBIC 1 705 | 705+Austrian AirlinesOS142
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Bern 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 Bern to Vienna.

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There are 3 options to travel between Bern and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bern to Vienna is a bus with an average price of S$ 111.

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

A bus is S$ 133 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bern to Vienna costing on average S$ 243.

A bus is S$ 1,095 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bern to Vienna costing on average S$ 1,205.

The fastest way to travel from Bern to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 8m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 58m.

Bus takes on average 13h 55m.

The distance from Bern to Vienna is approximately 425 miles (684 km).
The average frequency per day from Bern to Vienna is:
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bern to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bern Hauptbahnhof and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Bern, Car-Terminal Neufeld and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bern to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with British Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, easyJet, Austrian Airlines to go to Vienna by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity to go to Vienna by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bern to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct flights per day with easyJet, Austrian Airlines.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Bern 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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