What is the cheapest way to get from Brussels to Vienna?

The cheapest way to get from Brussels to Vienna is to night train which costs €60 - €160 and takes 14h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Brussels to Vienna?

The fastest way to get from Brussels to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs €80 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Brussels and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Brussels-North train station station and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Brussels and Vienna?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Brussels-Nord and arriving at Wien Hbf. This train operates Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 14h 57m.

How far is it from Brussels to Vienna?

The distance between Brussels and Vienna is 956 km. The road distance is 1085.1 km.

How do I travel from Brussels to Vienna without a car?

The best way to get from Brussels to Vienna without a car is to train via Munich which takes 11h 14m and costs €200 - €900.

How long does it take to get from Brussels to Vienna?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Brussels to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Vienna bus from?

Brussels to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Brussels-North train station.

Where do I catch the Brussels to Vienna train from?

Brussels to Vienna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.

Train, bus or fly from Brussels to Vienna?

The best way to get from Brussels to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs €80 - €240. Alternatively, you can train via Munich, which costs €200 - €900 and takes 11h 14m, you could also bus, which costs €100 - €170 and takes 17h 50m.

Where does the Brussels to Vienna bus arrive?

Brussels to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where does the Brussels to Vienna train arrive?

Brussels to Vienna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Frankfurt(Main)Hbf station.

Can I drive from Brussels to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Brussels to Vienna is 1085 km. It takes approximately 10h 3m to drive from Brussels to Vienna.

How do I get a train ticket from Brussels to Vienna?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Brussels to Vienna?

Book your Brussels to Vienna bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Vienna?

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Brussels to Vienna - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

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There are 10 ways to get from Brussels to Vienna by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly from Brussels Airport
best
1. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BRU - VIE
4h 11m
€81–239
Train to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Bruxelles-Central to Charleroi-Centraltrain
2. Fly from Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane CRL - VIE
5h 27m
€58–288
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Frankfurt(Main)Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 90 / ...
4. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Wien Westbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
11h 14m
€205–875
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brussels-North train station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus N136 / ...
17h 50m
€100–170
Night train
1. Take the night train from Brussels-Nord to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
14h 57m
€60–160
Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Schiphol Airporttrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane AMS - VIE
5h 45m
€159–387
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Koeln Hbftrain
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane CGN - VIE
5h 55m
€106–378
Train
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Wien HBFtrain Nj
14h 57m
€210–420
Train #2
1. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Aachen Hbftrain Ice / ...
2. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhoftrain 90N
15h 4m
€235–430
Drive 1,085.1 km
1. Drive from Brussels to Viennacar 1,085.1 km
10h 3m
€178–256

Brussels to Vienna by train

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Distance: 955.8 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Brussels, Belgium and Vienna, Austria?

Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Lufthansa fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Wien Westbahnhof via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, Frankfurt, München Hbf, and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in around 11h 14m.

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