How to travel from Glasgow to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Glasgow to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $214 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.6 - 4.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $214, while a flight costs an average of $229.

Distance: 1018 miles (1639 km)

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$229

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$224

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5h 19m

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38h 25m

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The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $214 (€174).

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

A bus is $15 (€12) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Vienna costing on average $229 (€186).

A bus is $668 (€544) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Vienna costing on average $883 (€718).

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 30h 7m.

Bus takes on average 38h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Glasgow and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Glasgow to Vienna among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 19h 9m sooner (3h 19m by flight vs 22h 28m by car). Tickets start at around $229 (€186) compared to roughly $224 (€182) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Glasgow to Vienna

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

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

  • FlixBus
    9:20 AM42h30
    Glasgow
    3:50 AMVienna
    $2101One-way
    0 transfers

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  • FlixBus
    9:20 AM42h30
    Glasgow
    3:50 AMVienna
    $2101One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:20 AM42h30
    Glasgow
    3:50 AMVienna
    $2101One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    6:15 PM42h30
    Glasgow
    12:45 PMVienna
    $2271One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Vienna.

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There are 3 options to travel between Glasgow and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Glasgow to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $214 (€174).

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

A bus is $15 (€12) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Glasgow to Vienna costing on average $229 (€186).

A bus is $668 (€544) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Glasgow to Vienna costing on average $883 (€718).

The fastest way to travel from Glasgow to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 30h 7m.

Bus takes on average 38h 25m.

The distance from Glasgow to Vienna is approximately 1018 miles (1639 km).
The average frequency per day from Glasgow to Vienna is:
  • Around 45 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Glasgow International Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Glasgow to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ScotRail to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with Lufthansa, KLM to go to Vienna by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Glasgow 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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