Discover Berlin to Vienna by train

Planning a train adventure from Berlin to Vienna? To get started, check out our detailed guide to a seamless, enjoyable journey.

Train travel between Berlin and Vienna: train ticket prices

Cost of train tickets from Berlin to Vienna:

  • Cheapest tickets: £29.85

  • Cost of tickets when booked 30 days in advance: £51

  • Cost of tickets when booked 7 days in advance: £64

Tickets go on sale 6 months in advance.

Berlin to Vienna daily train schedule

Whether you’re headed to Vienna on a Tuesday or a Sunday, with 28 trains per day, you will have multiple options to choose from.

  • 05:30: departure of first train Monday-Friday

  • 22:29: departure of last train Monday-Friday

  • 05:30: departure of first train on weekends

  • 22:29: departure of last train on weekends

  • Every 8 minutes: frequency of train departures

How long is the train journey from Berlin to Vienna?

This journey covers a total of 524 kilometres, with the quickest trip taking 7 hours and 40 minutes.

Booking horizon for travel between Berlin and Vienna

Tickets for travel between Berlin and Vienna can be booked 6 months in advance. Booking earlier ensures lower prices, so be sure to book as far out as possible.

Learn even more about travelling from Berlin to Vienna by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Vienna.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the distance from Berlin to Vienna by train?

The train route from Berlin to Vienna covers 524 kilometres.

How much is a train ticket from Berlin to Vienna?

The cheapest fare on this route is £29.85. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about £51. If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically £64.

When can I start booking my Berlin to Vienna train tickets?

You can purchase tickets for this route 6 months in advance.

What’s the travel time from Berlin to Vienna by train?

The shortest trip is 7 hours and 40 minutes.