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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels to Vienna

Showing times and prices for 17 Jul

Cheapest price

£220

Average price

£258

Fastest journey

10 h 22 m

Average duration

10 h 28 m

Trains per day

Distance

915 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brussels to Vienna will cost around £258 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £220.

Fast trains

To travel from Brussels to Vienna you need to make at least 2 changes.

ICE 315 · ICE 109 · ICE 229

12:2510h40

Brussels-Midi

23:05Vienna Hbf

£2201One-way

2 changes

ICE 13 · ICE 105 · ICE 27

08:2510h22

Brussels-Midi

18:47Vienna Hbf

£2201One-way

2 changes

ICE 15 · RE 10913 · ICE 627 · ICE 29

10:2510h22

Brussels-Midi

20:47Vienna Hbf

£3341One-way

3 changes

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Brussels to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £35, and a train costs an average of £87.

Distance: 915 km

Compare train with

Train	Most popular Flight	Coach
£211 Average Price	£170 Average Price	£70 Average Price Cheapest
12h 1m Average total duration 11h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time*	17h 43m Average total duration 17h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest	2.7 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions	0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions
Most popular train company	Most popular airline	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Brussels to Vienna train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 July

Last updated at 21:12

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
ICE 13 · ICE 105 · ICE 27	On time 06:25 Brussels-Midi	10h22	16:47 Vienna Hbf	2 changes
ICE 15 · RE 10913 · ICE 627 · ICE 29	On time 08:25 Brussels-Midi	10h22	18:47 Vienna Hbf	3 changes
ICE 315 · ICE 109 · ICE 229	On time 10:25 Brussels-Midi	10h40	21:05 Vienna Hbf	2 changes
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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Brussels to Vienna?

The best time to book your train from Brussels to Vienna is 84 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Brussels to Vienna route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Brussels to Vienna per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Brussels to Vienna.

Trains

from £88

Coaches

from £56

Flights

from £222

Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels to Vienna

Belgium

Austria

Trains from Brussels to Vienna run on average 3 times per day, taking around 11h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £23

Distance

915 km

Average train duration

11h 31m

Cheapest ticket price

£87

Trains per day

Fastest train

10h 22m

First train

00:01

Last train

23:28

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Flight from £23

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB Nightjet trains Brussels to Vienna

You can travel by train to Vienna from Brussels with Deutsche Bahn and ÖBB Nightjet for as low as £73. When you search for timetables and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains between Brussels and Vienna. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Train information from Brussels to Vienna with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 10 h 22 min
Cheapest Price: £73

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.

Train information from Brussels to Vienna with ÖBB Nightjet:

Average Duration: 14 h 57 min
Cheapest Price: £168
ÖBB Nightjet frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Brussels to Vienna train

FAQs: Travel by train from Brussels to Vienna 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 Brussels to Vienna.

Cheap train tickets from Brussels to Vienna can start from as little as £68 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Brussels to Vienna is £182; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Brussels to Vienna train time is 10 h 22 min covering the 567 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Brussels to Vienna leaves at 06: 23. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Brussels to Vienna leaves at 20: 56.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Brussels to Vienna without having to change trains with ÖBB Nightjet. There is 1 direct train from Brussels to Vienna each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

For the best Brussels to Vienna train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Deutsche Bahn or ÖBB Nightjet. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Brussels and Vienna to compare what amenities they may offer.

Yes, you can take a night train from Brussels to Vienna with ÖBB Nightjet. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Brussels-Midi, which is located around 2.2 miles (3.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Vienna Hbf, located 2.8 miles (4.5 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month to travel from Brussels to Vienna by train is November.

You have options as you can travel between Brussels and Vienna 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Brussels and Vienna

Brussels

Vienna

The major train station for departures in Brussels is Bruxelles-Midi. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bruxelles-Midi for your trip from Brussels to Vienna.

Bruxelles-Midi Wifi

Amenities at train station

Wifi

Lockers

Parking

Dining

ATM

Taxis

Accessibility

Hotel

Ticket Office

Bike Parking

Bike Rental

Car Rental

Information Desk

information

Address

47B Avenue Fonsny, 1060 Brussels, Belgium

Ticket Office Hours

Mon - Sun: 05:45 - 21:30

Wifi

Wi-Fi is available for a fee.

Lockers

Baggage storage facility is located across from the Thalys business lounge.

Dining

Pullman Hotel Bar
Quick Gare du Midi
Subway
EXKi Zuid
Starbucks
Häagen-Dazs
Sbarro
The Coffee Club
The Belgian Chocolate House
PAUL
& many more

Accessibility

Station has a wide range of facilities for passengers with reduced mobility: elevators and escalators to all platforms, wheelchair lifts and mobile ramps, disabled toilet and parking spaces. Additional assistance can be contacted via the SNCB Mobility Call Center.

Hotel