How to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €52 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. 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 €52, while a flight costs an average of €140.

Distance: 393 miles (633 km)

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€81

Average price

€52

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€140

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€135

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(fuel + tolls)

10h 26m

Average total duration

9h 56m

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30m

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11h 25m

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10h 55m

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3h 57m

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1h 57m

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7h 57m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

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0.6 - 1.6kg

CO2 emissions

1.9 - 3.8kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna is a bus with an average price of €52.

This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna:

A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna costing on average €81.

A bus is €88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna costing on average €140.

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 26m.

Bus takes on average 11h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Freiburg im Breisgau 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 €81 compared to roughly €135 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €54. The journey takes 9h 56m versus 7h 57m 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna

How to get from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna by train, bus or flight.

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 PM13h45
    Freiburg, ZOB
    9:50 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    721One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:05 PM13h45
    Freiburg, ZOB
    9:50 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    721One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS132
    8:50 AM1h20
    Zurich Airport
    10:10 AMVienna International Airport
    4411One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:40 AM13h05
    Freiburg, ZOB
    2:45 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    741One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:30 PM12h00
    Freiburg, ZOB
    5:30 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    761One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:15 PM12h25
    Freiburg, ZOB
    3:40 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    771One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air SerbiaJU335 · JU310
    8:40 PM12h20
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AMVienna International Airport
    1351One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air SerbiaJU333 · JU310
    2:35 PM18h25
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AMVienna International Airport
    1561One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air SerbiaJU331 · JU310
    9:30 AM23h30
    Zurich Airport
    9:00 AMVienna International Airport
    1561One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna.

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There are 3 options to travel between Freiburg im Breisgau and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna is a bus with an average price of €52.

This is compared to other travel options from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna:

A bus is €29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna costing on average €81.

A bus is €88 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna costing on average €140.

The fastest way to travel from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 26m.

Bus takes on average 11h 25m.

The distance from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna is approximately 393 miles (633 km).
The average frequency per day from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna is:
  • Around 68 flights per day.
  • Around 15 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Zurich Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Freiburg Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Freiburg, ZOB and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, easyJet, Swiss, Eurowings, Air Baltic to go to Vienna by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar to go to Vienna by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Freiburg im Breisgau to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, easyJet, Swiss, Air Baltic.
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Freiburg im Breisgau 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.
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