How to travel from Innsbruck to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Innsbruck to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $55, while a flight costs an average of $176.

Distance: 239 miles (386 km)

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Driving

$67

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$55

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$176

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$107

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5h 20m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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1.2 - 2.3kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Innsbruck to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $55 (€46).

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

A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Vienna costing on average $67 (€56).

A bus is $121 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck to Vienna costing on average $176 (€148).

The fastest way to travel from Innsbruck to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 20m.

Bus takes on average 8h 50m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Innsbruck and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Innsbruck to Vienna among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 18m faster (4h 50m by train vs 5h 8m by car) and roughly $40 (€34) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($67 (€56) vs $107 (€90)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Innsbruck to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • ÖBB | NightjetNJ 19947
    12:47 AM6h56
    Innsbruck Hbf
    7:43 AMVienna Hbf
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBB | NightjetNJ 19947
    12:47 AM6h56
    Innsbruck Hbf
    7:43 AMVienna Hbf
    $421One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS108
    6:50 PM1h00
    Innsbruck Airport
    7:50 PMVienna International Airport
    $3131One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | NightjetNJ 19947+ÖBB | REXREX 7
    12:47 AM7h28
    Innsbruck Hbf
    8:15 AMVienna Airport
    $471One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBBRJX19919
    5:58 PM4h34
    Innsbruck Hbf
    10:32 PMVienna Hbf
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • ÖBBRJX19919
    5:58 PM4h59
    Innsbruck Hbf
    10:57 PMVienna Airport
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:45 PM8h55
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    10:40 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $571One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:45 AM9h00
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    4:45 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $571One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:55 AM10h50
    Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    2:45 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $571One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS102
    8:20 AM1h00
    Innsbruck Airport
    9:20 AMVienna International Airport
    $3561One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Innsbruck to Vienna

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Innsbruck to Vienna, 100,00% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Innsbruck to Vienna and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Vienna.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Innsbruck and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Innsbruck to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $55 (€46).

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

A bus is $12 (€10) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck to Vienna costing on average $67 (€56).

A bus is $121 (€102) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck to Vienna costing on average $176 (€148).

The fastest way to travel from Innsbruck to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 2m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 20m.

Bus takes on average 8h 50m.

The distance from Innsbruck to Vienna is approximately 239 miles (386 km).
The average frequency per day from Innsbruck to Vienna is:
  • Around 26 trains per day.
  • Around 14 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Innsbruck Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Innsbruck Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Innsbruck to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines to go to Vienna by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Innsbruck to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 14 direct trains per day with ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Innsbruck 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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