The cheapest and fastest trains from Merano to Vienna
Cheapest price
£72
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
7 h 47 m
Average duration
8 h 55 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
428 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Merano to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Merano to Vienna will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £72.
Of the 3 trains that leave Merano for Vienna every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 428 km distance in an average of 8 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 h 20 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Merano to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Merano to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a flight costs an average of £66.
Distance: 428 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£93 Average Price | £65 Average Price Cheapest | £170 Average Price |
8h 28m Average total duration 7h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.3 - 2.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Merano to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Merano to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 07:16 Merano | 10h20 | 17:36 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:48 Merano | 8h39 | 16:27 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:18 Merano | 7h47 | 22:05 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Merano to Vienna
Trains from Merano to Vienna run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 428 km distance in 7h 16m.
Distance 428 km |
Average train duration 7h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 16m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, Regionale from Merano to Vienna trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | S-Bahn, Regionale trains will get you between Merano and Vienna from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Merano to Vienna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Merano 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Merano and Vienna
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Via Piave.
- Restaurant Forst
- Bistro 7
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Europa Splendid
- Hotel Terme Merano
- City Hotel Merano
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional connections to Bolzano and beyond
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
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