How to travel from Vienna to Innsbruck

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Innsbruck

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of Kč1215 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 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of Kč1215, while a flight costs an average of Kč3720.

Distance: 239 miles (386 km)

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Bus
Driving

Kč1319

Average price

Kč3720

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Kč1215

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Cheapest

Kč2286

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 17m

Average total duration

4h 47m

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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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8h 55m

Average total duration

8h 25m

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30m

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5h 13m

Average total duration

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0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.2 - 2.3kg

CO2 emissions

0.4 - 1.0kg

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ÖBB

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Austrian Airlines

Most popular airline

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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 Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of Kč1215.

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

A bus is Kč104 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Innsbruck costing on average Kč1319.

A bus is Kč2505 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Innsbruck costing on average Kč3720.

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

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 17m.

Bus takes on average 8h 55m.

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

The journey is about 26m faster (4h 47m by train vs 5h 13m by car) and roughly Kč967 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (Kč1319 vs Kč2286). 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 Innsbruck

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 848+ÖBBRJX19938
    4:57 AM5h05
    Vienna Hbf
    10:02 AMInnsbruck Hbf
    Kč12961One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • ÖBB | InterCityIC 848+ÖBBRJX19938
    4:57 AM5h05
    Vienna Hbf
    10:02 AMInnsbruck Hbf
    Kč12961One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS107
    5:15 PM0h55
    Vienna International Airport
    6:10 PMInnsbruck Airport
    Kč51661One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBBRJX19938
    5:28 AM4h34
    Vienna Hbf
    10:02 AMInnsbruck Hbf
    Kč14251One-way
    0 transfers
  • ÖBB | REXREX 7+ÖBBRJX19938
    4:46 AM5h16
    Vienna Airport
    10:02 AMInnsbruck Hbf
    Kč14251One-way
    1 transfer
  • ÖBB | NightjetNJ 13486
    9:39 PM6h48
    Vienna Hbf
    4:27 AMInnsbruck Hbf
    Kč15551One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:55 PM11h25
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    7:20 AMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    Kč16871One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:45 PM9h35
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    7:20 AMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    Kč17781One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:10 AM10h00
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    11:10 AMInnsbruck, Südbahnstraße
    Kč17781One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS105
    1:00 PM0h55
    Vienna International Airport
    1:55 PMInnsbruck Airport
    Kč51661One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Vienna to Innsbruck

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Vienna to Innsbruck, 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 Vienna to Innsbruck 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 Vienna to Innsbruck

Travel to Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Vienna and Innsbruck including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Innsbruck is a bus with an average price of Kč1215.

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

A bus is Kč104 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Innsbruck costing on average Kč1319.

A bus is Kč2505 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Innsbruck costing on average Kč3720.

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

Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 17m.

Bus takes on average 8h 55m.

The distance from Vienna to Innsbruck is approximately 239 miles (386 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Innsbruck is:
  • Around 30 trains per day.
  • Around 13 buses per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna and Innsbruck 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 Innsbruck:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Innsbruck Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Innsbruck Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Innsbruck, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Innsbruck by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Regionalzug to go to Innsbruck by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines to go to Innsbruck by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Innsbruck with the following travel companies:
  • 13 direct trains per day with ÖBB, Westbahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, EuroNight.
  • 2 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Innsbruck often also extend their vacation to go to Munich, Salzburg, Zurich, Milan, Bolzano. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Innsbruck and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Innsbruck to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Innsbruck, you can visit Swarovski Crystal Worlds, an interactive museum and garden with crystal art installations, or the Innsbruck Alpine Zoo, one of Europe's highest zoos with alpine animals. Explore the vibrant Maria-Theresien-Strasse for shops, cafes, and historic sites. Take a guided tour of the Tyrolean State Museum to learn about regional history and culture. Enjoy a walk along the Inn River for scenic views. For must-see sights, visit the Golden Roof, the Nordkette Cable Car, Ambras Castle, Bergisel Ski Jump, and the Hofkirche.
To fully experience Innsbruck, including its historic sites, alpine attractions, and cultural offerings, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
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