The cheapest and fastest trains from Bucharest to Vienna
Cheapest price
£66
Average price
£66
Fastest journey
17 h 13 m
Average duration
17 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
856 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bucharest to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest to Vienna will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £66.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bucharest for Vienna every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 856 km distance in an average of 17 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 17 h 13 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bucharest to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bucharest to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £67. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.9 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £67, and a flight costs an average of £23.
Distance: 856 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
£67 Average Price Cheapest | £151 Average Price | £73 Average Price |
17h 43m Average total duration 17h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 44m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 21h 51m Average total duration 21h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 2.6 - 5.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Bucharest to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:07 Bucharest | 17h13 | 08:20 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bucharest to Vienna
Trains from Bucharest to Vienna run on average 1 times per day, taking around 17h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £23 by flight.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:07, the last at 15:07. The fastest train covers the 856 km distance in 17h 13m.
Distance 856 km |
Average train duration 17h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 17h 13m |
First train 15:07 |
Last train 15:07 |
Train companies: Romanian Railways (CFR) from Bucharest to Vienna trainsRomanian Railways (CFR) trains will get you between Bucharest and Vienna from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Romanian Railways (CFR)
FAQs: Bucharest to Vienna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest to Vienna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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