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 zł 232 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 20m. 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 zł 232, while a flight costs an average of zł 3,912.

Distance: 321 miles (517 km)

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Driving

zł 538

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zł 232

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Cheapest

zł 3,912

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zł 520

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(fuel + tolls)

7h 24m

Average total duration

6h 54m

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8h 48m

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8h 18m

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5h 20m

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3h 20m

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2h 0m

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6h 47m

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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0.5 - 1.3kg

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Compare ways to travel from Friedrichshafen to Vienna

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

The cheapest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Vienna is a bus with an average price of zł 232.

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

A bus is zł 306 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Vienna costing on average zł 538.

A bus is zł 3,680 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Friedrichshafen to Vienna costing on average zł 3,912.

The fastest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 20m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 24m.

Bus takes on average 8h 48m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Friedrichshafen and Vienna including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Friedrichshafen 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 zł 538 compared to roughly zł 520 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -zł 17. The journey takes 6h 54m versus 6h 47m 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 Friedrichshafen to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • ÖBBRE5+ÖBB | ICEICE 567+ÖBBRJX 261+ÖBB | InterCityIC 749
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBBRE5+ÖBB | ICEICE 567+ÖBBRJX 261+ÖBB | InterCityIC 749
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn4812 · ICE 211 · RJX 167
    2 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn4202 · ICE 699 · ICE 1211 · RJX 19975
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4202 · ICE 699 · ICE 1211
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4206 · ICE 911 · EC 115 · RJX 161
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    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 zł 232.

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

A bus is zł 306 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Friedrichshafen to Vienna costing on average zł 538.

A bus is zł 3,680 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Friedrichshafen to Vienna costing on average zł 3,912.

The fastest way to travel from Friedrichshafen to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 20m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 24m.

Bus takes on average 8h 48m.

The distance from Friedrichshafen to Vienna is approximately 321 miles (517 km).
The average frequency per day from Friedrichshafen to Vienna is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 3 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 ÖBB, Westbahn, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with Lot Polish Airlines, Austrian Airlines, easyJet to go to Vienna by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Friedrichshafen to Vienna:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, easyJet.
Omio customers who travel from Friedrichshafen 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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