How to get from Vienna to Venice by train, bus or flight.
The best way to travel from Vienna to Venice is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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Distance | 270 miles (435 km) | |
Available travel modes | Bus | |
Popular travel companies | FlixBus |
Take a bus to travel 270 miles (435 km) between Vienna and Venice. FlixBus is the main travel company operating this route. Travelers can even take a direct bus from Vienna to Venice.
There are multiple transportation options available for people looking to travel from Vienna to Venice. Flying is the fastest way to travel from Vienna to Venice and passengers can expect to be in the air for just over 1 hour. High-speed train links are convenient and comfortable while those who like to sit back and enjoy the scenery may prefer to travel by bus.
Return trips from Venice to Vienna are also available.
An overnight bus service provided by Flixbus departs from the Erdberg International Bus Terminal at approximately 23.00 each evening. The station can be reached easily from the city center and is directly next to the metro (Line U3). Buses take just under 10 hours although those traveling on Sunday have the option of a slightly faster service provided by Baltour which takes just over 8 hours.
Travelers who enjoy a little comfort and elegance might choose the overnight sleeper train. The Vienna-Venice Express leaves Vienna Hauptbahnhof each evening and arrives at Venice Santa Lucia station on the banks of the famous Grand Canal approximately 11 hours later. Trains from Vienna to Venice are operated by Trenitalia and Austrian Federal Railways as part of the EuroNight brand. A daytime EuroCity service is also available and passengers leaving early in the morning will arrive in Venice about 8 hours later.
There are up to 3 direct Austrian Airways flights from Vienna to Venice each day leaving early morning, afternoon and evening. Passengers will arrive at Venice Marco Polo Airport about 1 hour after taking off from Vienna Airport. Other carriers such as Air Berlin offer flights with one stop en route.
You can travel by train, bus or flight for as low as $44 (€39). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
ÖBB Nightjet is an Austrian train company that offers overnight services across Europe. It has a range of train types, including the EuroNight, CityNightLine and Nightjet, which all offer comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. The EuroNight is the most luxurious option, with private compartments and a restaurant car. The CityNightLine is a more affordable option, with compartments and couchettes, while the Nightjet is the most basic option, with couchettes and reclining seats. Ticket types include Economy, Comfort and Business, with the latter offering the most luxurious experience. Onboard facilities include Wi-Fi, power sockets, a restaurant car and a bar. The most popular routes for ÖBB Nightjet are from Vienna to Munich, Berlin, Zurich, Amsterdam, Prague and Budapest.
FlixBus is one of Europe's leading low-cost travel companies, founded in Germany and offering long-distance travel services in Europe and the U. S. FlixBus also operates overnight travel on select routes throughout Europe. Standard amenities on FlixBus include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge your phone, tablet or laptop during long travel journeys, extra legroom, luggage space and toilets. You can even purchase snacks and drinks onboard. FlixBus offers only the Standard ticket for all its routes, which allows you to bring one carry-on luggage and one checked bag per person. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and specific seat reservations, such as if you want to book an Extra Seat, Table Seat or the Panorama Seat.
Ryanair is one of the most popular budget airlines in Europe offering cheap flights all over the continent. Founded in Ireland, Ryanair makes it easy to hop on a travel and fly to popular European destinations quickly and affordably. This low-cost airline is known for operating direct travel to smaller or secondary airports usually outside major cities to keep costs down. All Ryanair fare types include allowance of one small personal bag; additional fees tend to apply for bringing carry-on luggage and checked luggage.
Travel Vienna to Venice by bus.
Traveling by flight is also the quickest way from Vienna to Venice. It takes on average 1 h 15 min to travel this journey.
The distance is approximately 270 miles (435 km) from Vienna to Venice.
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Venice is:
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey from Vienna to Venice as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Venice:
The following travel company offer services from Vienna to Venice:
Yes, there is a direct service from Vienna to Venice:
Direct services to Venice tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.
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