What is the cheapest way to get from Austria to Brenner Pass?

The cheapest way to get from Austria to Brenner Pass is to bus which costs €40 - €100 and takes 9h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Austria to Brenner Pass?

The fastest way to get from Austria to Brenner Pass is to drive which takes 5h 20m and costs €75 - €120.

Is there a direct train between Austria and Brenner Pass?

No, there is no direct train from Austria to Brenner Pass. However, there are services departing from Stephansplatz and arriving at Brennero - Brenner via Wien Mitte, Wien Meidling and Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

How far is it from Austria to Brenner Pass?

The distance between Austria and Brenner Pass is 541 km. The road distance is 489.5 km.

How do I travel from Austria to Brenner Pass without a car?

The best way to get from Austria to Brenner Pass without a car is to train via Innsbruck which takes 5h 52m and costs €45 - €140.

How long does it take to get from Austria to Brenner Pass?

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Austria to Brenner Pass, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Austria to Brenner Pass train from?

Austria to Brenner Pass train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Meidling station.

Train or bus from Austria to Brenner Pass?

The best way to get from Austria to Brenner Pass is to train via Innsbruck which takes 5h 52m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €100 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Austria to Brenner Pass train arrive?

Austria to Brenner Pass train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Austria to Brenner Pass?

Yes, the driving distance between Austria to Brenner Pass is 490 km. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Austria to Brenner Pass.

Where can I stay near Brenner Pass?

There are 673+ hotels available in Brenner Pass.

Austria to Brenner Pass - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Austria to Brenner Pass by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Innsbruck
best
1. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Innsbruck HauptbahnhofRjx
5h 52m
€49–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Innsbruck SüdbahnstraßeN882 / ...
9h 28m
€41–96
Drive 489.5 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Brenner Pass489.5 km
5h 20m
€79–113
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Meidling to Brennero - BrennerRjx
6h 29m
€72–112
Train via Rosenheim
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to RosenheimDrf / ...
2. Take the train from Rosenheim to Brennero - Brenner89
7h 21m
€57–142

Austria to Brenner Pass by subway and train

184Weekly Services

5h 52mAverage Duration

€49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 540.8 km
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Austria and Brenner Pass, Italy?

Railjet operates a train from Wien Meidling to Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof hourly. Tickets cost €65–110 and the journey takes 4h 9m. ÖBB also services this route once a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Innsbruck Südbahnstraße once daily. Tickets cost €30–80 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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