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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Bad Hofgastein among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £46 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 45m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £46, while a flight costs an average of £521.
Distance: 271 km
Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£57 Average Price | £521 Average Price | £46 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 28m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 11h 8m Average total duration 10h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m 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 |
Compare the available ways to get from Vienna to Bad Hofgastein, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Bad Hofgastein:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Bad Hofgastein costing on average £57.
A coach is £475 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Bad Hofgastein costing on average £521.
Other travel options to Bad Hofgastein take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 28m.
Coach takes on average 11h 8m.
Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £63 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 4h 15m versus 4h 15m 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 Bad Hofgastein from Vienna by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Vienna to Bad Hofgastein 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 train from Bad Hofgastein are Salzburg, Zell am See, Sankt Johann im Pongau and Bischofshofen. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Bad Hofgastein on Omio.
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.
Zell am See is an Alpine town on Lake Zell, known for mountain views and a relaxed resort atmosphere. Its compact centre and access to the Schmittenhöhe shape a place that works well in both summer and winter.
Sankt Johann im Pongau is an Alpine town in Salzburg state known for the Pongau Cathedral and access to skiing and hiking. It mixes a practical small-town centre with mountain views and a strong connection to the wider Pongau region.
Bischofshofen is an alpine town in Salzburg state, best known for the Four Hills ski jumping event. Set in the Salzach valley, it combines a practical local atmosphere with nearby walking, cycling and winter sports.
Travel to Bad Hofgastein 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 Vienna to Bad Hofgastein.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Bad Hofgastein:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Bad Hofgastein costing on average £57.
A coach is £475 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Bad Hofgastein costing on average £521.
Other travel options to Bad Hofgastein take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 28m.
Coach takes on average 11h 8m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna and Bad Hofgastein as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
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