How to travel from Vienna to Brussels

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Brussels

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Brussels among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $23.

Distance: 568 miles (915 km)

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Flight
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Bus
Driving

$253

Average price

$212

Average price

$111

Average price

Cheapest

$81

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

5h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 28m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

11h 46m

Average total duration

11h 16m

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30m

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18h 10m

Average total duration

17h 40m

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30m

Additional time*

11h 33m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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CO2 emissions

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.9 - 2.3kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Ryanair

Most popular airline

Deutsche Bahn

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $111 (€92).

This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Brussels:

A bus is $100 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Brussels costing on average $212 (€175).

A bus is $142 (€117) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Brussels costing on average $253 (€209).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 28m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 16m.

Bus takes on average 17h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Vienna and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Vienna to Brussels among Omio's users.

Travel options
from Vienna to Brussels

How to get from Vienna to Brussels by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Vienna to Brussels is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • RegioJet a.s.(Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> London)
    11:45 AM18h15
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    6:00 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $921One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • RegioJet a.s.(Vienna -> Prague) · (Prague -> London)
    11:45 AM18h15
    Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    6:00 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $921One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air BalticSN2902
    9:25 AM1h40
    Vienna International Airport
    11:05 AMBrussels Airport
    $3351One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnRJX 68 · ICE 618 · ICE 18
    6:28 PM15h07
    Vienna Hbf
    9:35 AMBrussels-Midi
    $1211One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 1218+ÖBB | ICEICE 626 · ICE 12
    7:13 AM12h13
    Vienna Hbf
    7:26 PMBrussels-North
    $1491One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 1218+ÖBB | ICEICE 626 · ICE 12
    7:13 AM12h22
    Vienna Hbf
    7:35 PMBrussels-Midi
    $1491One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:55 PM20h00
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    1:55 PMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $921One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:25 AM22h20
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    1:45 AMBrussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)
    $951One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    10:30 AM23h30
    Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    10:00 AMBrussels, Gare Du Midi
    $1041One-way
    2 transfers
  • RyanairFR 87
    5:55 PM1h45
    Vienna International Airport
    7:40 PMBrussels South Charleroi Airport
    $1501One-way
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS315+Eurostar9398
    2:55 PM8h11
    Vienna International Airport
    11:06 PMBrussels-Midi
    $3031One-way
    1 transfer
  • Austrian AirlinesOS315+Eurostar9394
    2:55 PM7h11
    Vienna International Airport
    10:06 PMBrussels-Midi
    $3151One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Vienna to Brussels

The Best Way According to our Users

When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Vienna to Brussels, 78,18% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Vienna to Brussels, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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FAQs: Travel from Vienna to Brussels

Travel to Brussels 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 Brussels.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Vienna and Brussels including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Vienna to Brussels is a bus with an average price of $111 (€92).

This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Brussels:

A bus is $100 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Brussels costing on average $212 (€175).

A bus is $142 (€117) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Brussels costing on average $253 (€209).

The fastest way to travel from Vienna to Brussels is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 28m.

Other travel options to Brussels take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 16m.

Bus takes on average 17h 40m.

The distance from Vienna to Brussels is approximately 568 miles (915 km).
The average frequency per day from Vienna to Brussels is:
  • Around 39 flights per day.
  • Around 11 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Vienna and Brussels as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Vienna to Brussels:
  • Flights mostly depart from Vienna International Airport and arrive in Brussels Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Vienna Hbf and arrive in Brussels-Midi.
  • Buses mostly depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arrive in Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Vienna to Brussels, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ryanair, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Buzz, Lot Polish Airlines, Malta Air, Cityjet, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Lufthansa Cityline, Vueling, Croatia Airlines to go to Brussels by flight.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, SNCB to go to Brussels by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Brussels by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Vienna to Brussels with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct flights per day with Ryanair, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Air Baltic, Buzz, Malta Air.
  • 0 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet, SNCB.
  • 0 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Vienna to Brussels often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Luxembourg. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Brussels and these popular destinations at a great price.
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