How to travel from Friedrichshafen to Vienna

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Compare train and bus for Friedrichshafen to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Friedrichshafen to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $50 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $50, while a train costs an average of $116.

Distance: 321 miles (517 km)

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$116

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8h 4m

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7h 34m

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from Friedrichshafen to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 AM9h30
    Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof
    8:45 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $471One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:15 AM9h30
    Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof
    8:45 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $471One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn4812 · ICE 211 · RJX 19917
    1:34 PM6h58
    Friedrichshafen Stadt
    8:32 PMVienna
    $671One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn4202 · ICE 619 · ICE 1211 · RJX 19975
    4:49 AM7h43
    Friedrichshafen Stadt
    12:32 PMVienna
    $581One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4202 · ICE 619 · ICE 1211
    4:49 AM7h58
    Friedrichshafen Stadt
    12:47 PMVienna
    $581One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4242 · ICE 565 · RJX 69
    12:03 PM7h29
    Friedrichshafen Stadt
    7:32 PMVienna
    $671One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:05 PM9h35
    Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof
    3:40 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:10 PM10h30
    Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof
    10:40 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:05 PM10h50
    Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof
    4:55 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $481One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Friedrichshafen 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 Friedrichshafen to Vienna.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Friedrichshafen and Vienna including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $50 (€41).

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

A bus is $66 (€53) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Vienna costing on average $116 (€94).

The fastest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Vienna is by train with an average journey time of 8h 4m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 30m.

The distance from Friedrichshafen to Vienna is approximately 321 miles (517 km).
The average frequency per day from Friedrichshafen to Vienna is:
  • Around 12 trains per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 4 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Friedrichshafen to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from EuroAirport Basel Mulhouse Freiburg and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Friedrichshafen Stadt and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Friedrichshafen, Stadtbahnhof and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Friedrichshafen to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn, DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB) to go to Vienna by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Friedrichshafen to Vienna:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Westbahn.
Omio customers who travel from Friedrichshafen 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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