Vienna to Banska Bystrica by train

Vienna to Banska Bystrica by train

Gearing up for an adventure by rail from Vienna to Banska Bystrica? Read on for essential information about this journey, which spans 216 kilometres.

Cost of train travel from Vienna to Banska Bystrica

Here is the average ticket cost on trains from Vienna to Banska Bystrica:

• Cheapest ticket: €17.65

• Pricing when booking a month in advance:

• Pricing when booking a week in advance:

Comparing train prices with Rail Europe

Train routes may be served by one, two, three or more operators, each providing a different travel experience with its own particular services. Similar to airlines, some train operators offer no-frills services without luxury perks, but at a lower cost. Other providers guarantee an elevated level of service, which can include perks like fine dining, a welcome cocktail and access to impressive travel lounges in certain stations. These tickets run a bit higher. When planning travel, use Rail Europe to compare all different operators, compare fares and classes of service in one single location.

Train schedule for travel between Vienna and Banska Bystrica

While frequency of trains along this line depends on the day of the week, on average, 21 trains make this journey of 216 kilometres each day. The first weekday departure from Vienna is at 00:44 on weekdays. The last scheduled train during the week departs at 23:14.

During the weekend, 00:44 is the earliest scheduled departure, and 22:17 is the last. Throughout the day, trains typically depart every 24 minutes.

Train duration for trips from Vienna to Banska Bystrica

The swiftest journey time on this route is 4 hours and 44 minutes, crossing a total distance of 216 kilometres.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Vienna and Banska Bystrica?

You can secure tickets for travel between Vienna and Banska Bystrica up to 6 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making your Vienna to Banska Bystrica travels smooth and enjoyable

Explore our wide range of help articles for a hassle-free journey and find travel ideas from our city guide: Banska Bystrica.