How to travel from Vienna to Hallein

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Compare bus and train for Vienna to Hallein

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Hallein among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of CHF30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of CHF30, while a bus costs an average of CHF56.

Distance: 155 miles (251 km)

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Driving

CHF56

Average price

CHF30

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Cheapest

CHF53

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 45m

Average total duration

8h 15m

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30m

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3h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 57m

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30m

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3h 25m

Average total duration

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0.3 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.1 - 0.2kg

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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 Hallein is a train with an average price of CHF30.

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

A train is CHF26 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna to Hallein costing on average CHF56.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Hallein is by train with an average journey time of 3h 27m.

Other travel options to Hallein take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vienna and Hallein including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna to Hallein among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 28m faster (2h 57m by train vs 3h 25m by car) and roughly CHF23 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (CHF30 vs CHF53). 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 Vienna to Hallein

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Westbahn902 · 904
    6:38 AM3h54
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    10:32 AMHallein
    CHF351One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Westbahn902 · 904
    6:38 AM3h54
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    10:32 AMHallein
    CHF351One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Westbahn904
    7:38 AM2h54
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    10:32 AMHallein
    CHF441One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Westbahn960 · 904
    6:08 AM4h24
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    10:32 AMHallein
    CHF351One-way
    1 transfer
  • Westbahn900 · 904
    5:38 AM4h54
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    10:32 AMHallein
    CHF351One-way
    1 transfer
  • Westbahn902 · 912
    6:38 AM7h54
    Vienna Westbahnhof
    2:32 PMHallein
    CHF351One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:25 PM9h40
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    9:05 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    CHF471One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:45 PM9h20
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    9:05 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    CHF481One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    6:30 PM10h45
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    5:15 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    CHF481One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Hallein

Travel to Hallein 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 Hallein.

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There are 2 options to travel between Vienna and Hallein including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Hallein is a train with an average price of CHF30.

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

A train is CHF26 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna to Hallein costing on average CHF56.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Hallein is by train with an average journey time of 3h 27m.

Other travel options to Hallein take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 45m.

The distance from Vienna to Hallein is approximately 155 miles (251 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Hallein is:
  • Around 50 trains per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna and Hallein as scheduled services by bus and train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Hallein:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Salzburg Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Westbahnhof and arrive in Hallein.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Hallein, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, České dráhy (ČD), Hungarian Railways (MÁV) to go to Hallein by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Hallein by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Hallein with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct trains per day with Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Hallein often also extend their vacation to go to Salzburg, Munich, Salzburg Hbf, Hallstatt, Graz. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Hallein and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Hallein to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two days are typically sufficient to explore Hallein's attractions, including the Salt Mine, Celtic Museum, and the picturesque old town.

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