Vienna to Bled train with ÖBB | InterCity

Trains from Vienna to Bled 

Bled is an excellent plaace to enjoy European culture, and a convenient and cost-effective way to travel from Vienna to Bled is by train. The two cities are about 165.3 miles apart, and up to four passenger trains are available every day. Depending on the train and route used, journeys can be about 6 to 13 hours.

Vienna to Bled train times: Daily departures

Two to four trains leave Vienna for Bled per day. The first one departs at around 8:30 a.m. and arrives in Bled in about 6.5 hours. The second one begins the journey a few minutes past noon and takes approximately 7 hours. The last two leave Vienna between 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. and drop off passengers in Bled at about 6:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. the following day.

How long is the journey by train from Vienna to Bled?

The fastest train from Vienna to Bled takes approximately 6 hours and 20 minutes after making two changes along the way. The second-fastest uses the same route and takes slightly over 7 hours to reach Bled. The slowest and cheapest train transfers passengers five times, extending the trip time to about 13 hours and 30 minutes.

What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Vienna to Bled?

Departure train station: Each train from Vienna to Bled picks up travellers at the Vienna Central Station. Three tram lines, two bus lines, and several underground trains serve the terminal. It takes about five minutes to reach the station from the city centre using the underground line. Tram rides average about 12 minutes. The station has waiting areas, taxi stands, a car park, parking for the disabled, and restrooms with wheelchair accessibility. There's also a shopping centre with many restaurants and shops.

Arrival train station: A train from Vienna to Bled drops off passengers at Bled Jezero train station. The terminal has direct buses to Bled centre, about 0.9 miles away. There are restrooms, bars, and a waiting area with benches. Across the street is scenic Lake Bled. 

Which train companies travel from Vienna to Bled?

The two train companies operating the Vienna-to-Bled route are ÖBB InterCity and ÖBB Railjet. The ÖBB InterCity train is the fastest and makes two transfers. It reaches Bled Jezero in about 6 hours 20 minutes. On the other hand, ÖBB Railjet has three trains, with two changing twice and one making five transfers. The longest and slowest trip by ÖBB Railjet changes at Graz Hbf, Spielfeld-Straß, Maribor, Zidani Most, and Jesenice before proceeding to the Bled Jezero station.

ÖBB InterCity Vienna to Bled

Travellers looking for the quickest trips should book the only train by ÖBB InterCity on the route. This high-speed train departs at around 8:30 a.m. and arrives in Bled after approximately 6 hours and 20 minutes. The first transfer happens at Villach Hbf, while the second one takes place at Jesenice. 

ÖBB Railjet Vienna to Bled

ÖBB Railjet operates three trains daily from Sunday through Thursday, and one on Fridays and Saturdays. The first one departs Vienna Central Station at around 12:30 p.m. and changes twice. The entire journey takes roughly 7 hours. The slowest train makes five connections, making the journey longer. After starting the trip at around 10:00 p.m., the train reaches Bled the following day at about 11:30 a.m.

Vienna to Bled trains: Services on board

Both ÖBB InterCity and ÖBB Railjet trains offer passengers comfortable high-speed rides with modern facilities and air conditioning. Travellers can choose from first- and second-class tickets. Each single or double seat comes with electrical outlets. The trains have restaurants onboard as well as compartments for parents with young children.

There are also spaces for disabled passengers, platform-side boarding assistance, free WiFi and entertainment, wheelchair-accessible toilets, and an area for assistance dogs. The trains have three bicycle spaces. Travellers on ÖBB trains may need a bicycle ticket, which costs about 10% of a second-class passenger fare. Frequent travellers can purchase weekly and monthly bike tickets.

Travellers can carry luggage acceptable for transport in trains under Austrian law for free, but it must not be a nuisance to other passengers. There's also a door-to-door luggage service that collects baggage and bicycles at travellers' home and transports the items to the desired destination. 

How to find cheap train tickets from Vienna to Bled

To find a low-priced train from Vienna to Bled, passengers should book tickets in advance. Discounted fares are often available weeks before the journey. After that, fares can increase with demand. By being flexible with travel dates and selecting days and times with cheaper tickets, passengers can also save money. Peak times are often the morning hours before 10:00 a.m., and the period between 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Slower trips and connecting trains may also be less expensive.