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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Gothenburg to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £117 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £117, while a flight costs an average of £406.
Distance: 1096 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£165 Average Price | £406 Average Price | £117 Average Price Cheapest | £328 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
20h 28m Average total duration 19h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 12m Average total duration Fastest 4h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 23h 55m Average total duration 23h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Vienna:
A coach is £49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Vienna costing on average £165.
A coach is £290 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Vienna costing on average £406.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 20h 28m.
Coach takes on average 23h 55m.
Tickets start at around £165 compared to roughly £328 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £164. The journey takes 19h 58m versus 16h 13m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
How to get to Vienna from Gothenburg by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Gothenburg to Vienna is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by bus from Vienna are Graz, Salzburg, Linz, St Pölten and Wiener Neustadt. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Vienna on Omio.
Graz, the capital of Styria, is known for its well-preserved Old Town and contemporary architecture. Renaissance courtyards, the Schlossberg clock tower and a large student population give it an easy-going, creative feel.
Salzburg is known for Mozart, Baroque architecture and a striking setting between the Salzach and the Alps. Its compact Altstadt feels elegant and atmospheric, with church domes, fortress views and a strong café culture.
Linz blends an industrial heritage with a forward-looking cultural scene on the Danube. It is best known for Ars Electronica, while the Altstadt and Pöstlingberg give the city a more traditional character.
St Pölten, capital of Lower Austria, combines a Baroque centre with modern civic architecture. One of Austria’s oldest cities, it feels compact, orderly and quietly cultural.
Wiener Neustadt is a historic city in Lower Austria known for its medieval centre, cathedral and military academy. It feels both practical and lived-in, with an old town core and easy access to the landscapes south of Vienna.
Travel 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 Gothenburg to Vienna.
This is compared to other travel options from Gothenburg to Vienna:
A coach is £49 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Gothenburg to Vienna costing on average £165.
A coach is £290 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gothenburg to Vienna costing on average £406.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 20h 28m.
Coach takes on average 23h 55m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Gothenburg and Vienna as scheduled services by coach, train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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