How to travel from Vienna to Tübingen

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Compare train and bus for Vienna to Tübingen

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Tübingen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $67 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $67, while a flight costs an average of $573.

Distance: 336 miles (542 km)

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Driving

$156

Average price

$67

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Cheapest

$573

Average price

$138

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 45m

Average total duration

7h 15m

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30m

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10h 58m

Average total duration

10h 28m

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30m

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4h 52m

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Fastest

2h 52m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

6h 41m

Average total duration

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

1.6 - 3.2kg

CO2 emissions

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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 Tübingen is a bus with an average price of $67.

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

A bus is $90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Tübingen costing on average $156.

A bus is $507 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Tübingen costing on average $573.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Tübingen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Tübingen take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 45m.

Bus takes on average 10h 58m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vienna and Tübingen including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna to Tübingen 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 $156 compared to roughly $138 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$18. The journey takes 7h 15m versus 6h 41m 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 Tübingen

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    2:00 AM15h15
    Vienna
    5:15 PMTübingen
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    2:00 AM15h15
    Vienna
    5:15 PMTübingen
    $411One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:45 PM12h35
    Vienna
    10:20 AMTübingen
    $491One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    7:25 PM15h20
    Vienna
    10:45 AMTübingen
    $471One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    10:45 PM12h35
    Vienna
    11:20 AMTübingen
    $541One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    1:00 AM15h15
    Vienna
    4:15 PMTübingen
    $711One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Tübingen

Travel to Tübingen 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 Tübingen.

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There are 2 options to travel between Vienna and Tübingen including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Tübingen is a bus with an average price of $67.

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

A bus is $90 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Tübingen costing on average $156.

A bus is $507 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Tübingen costing on average $573.

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Tübingen is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Tübingen take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 45m.

Bus takes on average 10h 58m.

The distance from Vienna to Tübingen is approximately 336 miles (542 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Tübingen is:
  • Around 92 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Tübingen:
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Tübingen Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Tübingen, Hauptbahnhof.
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Zurich Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Tübingen, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, Westbahn to go to Tübingen by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Condor Flugdienst, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Croatia Airlines, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, British Airways, Edelweiss Air, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Eurowings, Air France, KLM, Air Dolomiti, Air Serbia, Smartwings, GetJet Airlines, TAP Portugal to go to Tübingen by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Tübingen by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Tübingen with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct trains per day with Westbahn.
  • 13 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Tübingen often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Stuttgart, Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Munich, Zurich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Tübingen and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Tübingen to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Tübingen, allowing time to visit the historic old town, enjoy a boat ride on the Neckar River, and explore nearby attractions like Hohentübingen Castle and the university's botanical garden.

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