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Compare train and coach for Vienna to Gothenburg
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Gothenburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £119 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £119, while a flight costs an average of £436.
Distance: 1096 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£179 Average Price | £436 Average Price | £119 Average Price Cheapest | £328 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 55m Average total duration 19h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 24h 59m Average total duration 24h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Gothenburg is a coach with an average price of £119.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Gothenburg:
A coach is £60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Gothenburg costing on average £179.
A coach is £317 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Gothenburg costing on average £436.
The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Gothenburg is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 52m.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 19h 55m.
Coach takes on average 24h 59m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Vienna and Gothenburg including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £179 compared to roughly £328 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £149. The journey takes 19h 25m versus 17h 6m 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.
Travel optionsfrom Vienna to Gothenburg
How to get to Gothenburg from Vienna by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Vienna to Gothenburg is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:3029h40Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)5:10Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen£1081One-way2 changes
Cheapest
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus23:3029h40Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)5:10Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen£1081One-way2 changes
Fastest
OS97116:401h55Vienna International Airport18:35Göteborg-Landvetter Airport£3131One-way0 changes
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- RJX 19956 · EC 114 · ICE 782 · 1129213:2824h37Vienna14:05Gothenburg Centralstation£2051One-way8 changes
- RJX 62 · ICE 584 · 11288 · Bus RE 712:2825h37Vienna14:05Gothenburg Centralstation£2051One-way7 changes
- RJX 19956 · EC 114 · ICE 782 · 1115213:2826h37Vienna16:05Gothenburg Centralstation£2051One-way6 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus12:3028h55Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)17:25Gothenburg, Korsvägen£1121One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus16:5028h05Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)20:55Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen£1161One-way2 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus22:0531h05Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz5:10Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen£1161One-way2 changes
- KL1900 · KL12317:004h20Vienna International Airport11:20Göteborg-Landvetter Airport£2391One-way1 change
- KL1906 · KL122920:0013h15Vienna International Airport9:15Göteborg-Landvetter Airport£2391One-way1 change
- KL1902 · KL12299:3023h45Vienna International Airport9:15Göteborg-Landvetter Airport£2391One-way1 change
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Day trip from Gothenburg to Borås by ferry
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Day trip from Gothenburg to Alingsås by ferry
Why visit Alingsås for the day?
Alingsås is known for its café culture, wooden town centre and lakeside setting in western Sweden. With 18th-century streets and a relaxed pace, it feels historic, local and closely tied to the Swedish tradition of fika.
Day trip from Gothenburg to Hono by ferry
Day trip from Gothenburg to Jönköping by ferry
Why visit Jönköping for the day?
Jönköping sits at the southern end of Lake Vättern, with a relaxed city centre and a strong outdoor feel. It is best known for its match industry history and Elmia’s major trade fairs, which give the city both industrial roots and a modern business profile.
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FAQs: Vienna to Gothenburg
Travel to Gothenburg 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 Gothenburg.
There are 2 options to travel between Vienna and Gothenburg including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Gothenburg is a coach with an average price of £119.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Gothenburg:
A coach is £60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Gothenburg costing on average £179.
A coach is £317 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Gothenburg costing on average £436.
The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Gothenburg is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 52m.
Other travel options to Gothenburg take longer:
Train takes on average 19h 55m.
Coach takes on average 24h 59m.
The Vienna to Gothenburg distance is approximately 1096 km.
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Gothenburg is:
- Around 48 flights per day.
- Around 11 coaches per day.
- Around 3 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna and Gothenburg as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Gothenburg:
- Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Göteborg-Landvetter Airport.
- Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Gothenburg Centralstation.
- Coaches mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Göteborg, Nils Ericsson Terminalen.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Gothenburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Gothenburg by train.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Gothenburg by coach.
- Travel with KLM, Eurowings, Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Swiss, Helvetic Airways, Sas Airways, Ryanair, Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, KLM Cityhopper, Finnair, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Qatar Airways, Avion Express Malta, British Airways to go to Gothenburg by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Gothenburg often also extend their vacation to go to Stockholm, Copenhagen, London, Oslo, Amsterdam. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Gothenburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Vienna to Gothenburg, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Gothenburg, you can explore the stunning Gothenburg Archipelago, visit the unique Fish Market (Feskekôrka), and take a scenic boat tour along the Göta Canal. Enjoy a relaxing day at Saltholmen, or discover the Botanical Garden. Don't miss popular sights like Liseberg Amusement Park, Universeum, and the Gothenburg Museum of Art. Stroll through the charming Haga district or unwind in Slottsskogen Park.
For a well-rounded experience, spending 2 to 3 days in Gothenburg is ideal, allowing time to explore its cultural attractions, vibrant dining scene, and picturesque archipelago.
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