How to travel from Vienna to Brenner

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Brenner

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Brenner among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $78 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 2h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, while a flight costs an average of $221.

Distance: 241 miles (389 km)

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Driving

$83

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$221

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$78

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Cheapest

$127

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 53m

Average total duration

6h 23m

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30m

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2h 55m

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55m

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2h 0m

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9h 24m

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8h 54m

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5h 37m

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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1.2 - 2.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.4 - 1.0kg

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Austrian Airlines

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

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Brenner is a bus with an average price of $78 (€65).

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

A bus is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Brenner costing on average $85 (€71).

A bus is $144 (€120) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Brenner costing on average $221 (€184).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Brenner is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Brenner take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 7m.

Bus takes on average 9h 24m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Vienna and Brenner including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna to Brenner 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 $85 (€71) compared to roughly $127 (€107) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $43 (€36). The journey takes 6h 37m versus 5h 37m 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 Vienna to Brenner

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    10:25 PM14h54
    Vienna
    1:19 PMBrenner
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    10:25 PM14h54
    Vienna
    1:19 PMBrenner
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    4:55 PM11h00
    Vienna
    3:55 AMBrenner
    $441One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Brenner

Travel to Brenner 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 Vienna to Brenner.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Vienna and Brenner including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Brenner is a bus with an average price of $78 (€65).

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

A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Brenner costing on average $83 (€70).

A bus is $144 (€120) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Brenner costing on average $221 (€184).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Brenner is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 55m.

Other travel options to Brenner take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 53m.

Bus takes on average 9h 24m.

The distance from Vienna to Brenner is approximately 241 miles (389 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Brenner is:
  • Around 10 trains per day.
  • Around 7 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna and Brenner 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 Vienna to Brenner:
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Brenner station.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Vipiteno Sterzing, SS44 / Via Lent.
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Innsbruck Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Brenner, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, Westbahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight to go to Brenner by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines to go to Brenner by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Brenner by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Vienna to Brenner:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Brenner often also extend their vacation to go to Innsbruck, Munich, Bolzano, Sterzing-Vipiteno, Verona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brenner and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Brenner to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
To fully enjoy the scenic beauty and explore the key attractions of Brenner, a short visit of 1-2 days is generally sufficient.

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