How to travel from Brussels to Vienna

There are 3 options to travel between Brussels and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Brussels to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $96 (€78).

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

A bus is $83 (€67) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Brussels to Vienna costing on average $178 (€144).

A bus is $137 (€111) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Brussels to Vienna costing on average $232 (€188).

The fastest way to travel from Brussels to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 1m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 7m.

Bus takes on average 17h 36m.

The distance from Brussels to Vienna is approximately 568 miles (915 km).

The average frequency per day from Brussels to Vienna is:

• Around 46 flights per day.
• Around 9 buses per day.
• Around 3 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Brussels 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 Brussels to Vienna:

• Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Brussels-Midi and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Brussels to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Vienna by bus.
• Travel with Ryanair, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Buzz, Malta Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Vueling, KLM, Edelweiss Air to go to Vienna by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, České dráhy to go to Vienna by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Brussels to Vienna with the following travel companies:

• 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
• 6 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Buzz, Malta Air.
• 0 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet.

Omio customers who travel from Brussels to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Paris. 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.