How to travel from Genoa to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Genoa to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Genoa to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $40 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 53m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $40, while a flight costs an average of $558.

Distance: 441 miles (710 km)

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Driving

$116

Average price

$40

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Cheapest

$558

Average price

$267

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(fuel + tolls)

15h 11m

Average total duration

14h 41m

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30m

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12h 8m

Average total duration

11h 38m

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5h 53m

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3h 53m

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2h 0m

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10h 29m

Average total duration

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0.7 - 1.8kg

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2.1 - 4.3kg

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ÖBB

Most popular train company

KLM

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

Compare ways to travel from Genoa to Vienna

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

The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Vienna is a train with an average price of $40.

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

A train is $77 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Genoa to Vienna costing on average $116.

A train is $519 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa to Vienna costing on average $558.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 53m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 8m.

Bus takes on average 15h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Genoa and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Genoa to Vienna among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $116 compared to roughly $267 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $151. The journey takes 14h 41m versus 10h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Genoa to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

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

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 2116 · Regionale TRENORD 2316 · Regionale TRENORD 2657+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 84
    5 transfers

Cheapest

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 2116 · Regionale TRENORD 2316 · Regionale TRENORD 2657+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 84
    5 transfers

Fastest

  • ITAOS6642+Austrian AirlinesOS552
    1 transfer

Other options

  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 2116 · Regionale TRENORD 2316 · Regionale TRENORD 2657+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 82
    4 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 2116 · Regionale TRENORD 2316 · Regionale TRENORD 2657+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 82
    5 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3019 · Regionale TRENORD 2619+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 84+ÖBBRJX19961
    4 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3019 · S1 TRENORD 24126+Air DolomitiLH7431+Austrian AirlinesLH6324
    4 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3019+Air DolomitiLH7431+Austrian AirlinesLH6324+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 2934
    3 transfers
  • RegionaleRegionale Veloce 3018 · S13 TRENORD 24426+Malpensa ExpressRegionale TRENORD 80327+Air DolomitiLH7431
    4 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Genoa 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 Genoa to Vienna.

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There are 3 options to travel between Genoa and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Genoa to Vienna is a train with an average price of $40.

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

A train is $77 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Genoa to Vienna costing on average $116.

A train is $519 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Genoa to Vienna costing on average $558.

The fastest way to travel from Genoa to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 53m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 12h 8m.

Bus takes on average 15h 11m.

The distance from Genoa to Vienna is approximately 441 miles (710 km).
The average frequency per day from Genoa to Vienna is:
  • Around 26 flights per day.
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Genoa 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 Genoa to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Genoa Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Genoa Piazza Principe and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Genova, Via Fanti D'Italia and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Genoa to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, Austrian Airlines, ITA, Air Dolomiti, KLM Cityhopper, Ryanair, Air Baltic, Lufthansa, Vueling, Lufthansa City Airlines to go to Vienna by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, Frecciarossa to go to Vienna by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Genoa to Vienna:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Genoa 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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