There are 6 ways to get from Vienna to Brussels by plane, train, bus, bus and ferry, night train 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.
Recommended option
Fly • 3h 54m
43€ - 178€
Cheapest option
Bus and ferry • 21h 57m
42€ - 62€
4 alternative options
Train • 10h 18m
106€ - 141€
Bus • 19h 10m
50€ - 65€
Night train • 13h 32m
90€ - 130€
Drive • 9h 41m
110€ - 180€
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International entry into Belgium from Austria
- Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
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Conditions of entry into Belgium from Austria
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival and 7 day mandatory self quarantine
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- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival and 7 day mandatory self quarantine
- Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival
- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival and 10 day mandatory self quarantine
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Rules to follow in Belgium
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Considerations leaving from Austria
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but conditions apply when entering Belgium from Austria.
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- Face masks are mandatory
- There is a social distancing requirement of 1.5 metres
- Further restrictions may be implemented at short notice
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Brussels is 800 14689.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Brussels is mandatory.
The social distance requirement in Brussels is 1.5 metres.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800 14689.
No, but conditions apply when returning to Austria from Belgium.
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Questions & Answers
The most affordable way to get from Vienna to Brussels is to bus and ferry, which costs 40€ - 65€ and takes 21h 57m.
The quickest way to get from Vienna to Brussels is to fly which costs 40€ - 180€ and takes 3h 54m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, Vienna Erdberg and arriving at Brussels, Brussels-North station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 19h 10m.
Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Bruxelles-Nord. This train operates Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 13h 32m.
The distance between Vienna and Brussels is 915 km. The road distance is 1104.7 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Brussels without a car is to train which takes 10h 18m and costs 100€ - 150€.
It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Vienna to Brussels, including transfers.
Vienna to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Vienna Erdberg station.
Vienna to Brussels train services, operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB), depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Brussels is to fly which takes 3h 54m and costs 40€ - 180€. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 100€ - 150€ and takes 10h 18m, you could also bus, which costs 50€ - 65€ and takes 19h 10m.
- Distance: 914.8 km
- Duration: 3h 54m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Brussels, Belgium?
Ethiopian Airlines, Austrian Airlines and two other airlines fly from Vienna to Brussels 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vienna to Brussels via Frankfurt(Main)Hbf in around 10h 18m.
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 95€ - 650€
- Website
- brusselsairlines.com
Flights from Vienna to Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 50m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 95€ - 650€
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Vienna to Brussels via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 27m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 130€ - 600€
Flights from Vienna to Brussels via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 150€ - 470€
- Website
- ethiopianairlines.com
Flights from Vienna to Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 20m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
- Estimated price
- 65€ - 230€
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 21m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 120€ - 170€
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Wien Hbf to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 8h 22m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 35€ - 45€
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Bruxelles-Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 57m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 70€ - 100€
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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- Phone
- +43 51717
- Website
- nightjet.com
Night train from Wien Hbf to Bruxelles-Nord
- Ave. Duration
- 13h 32m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- 90€ - 130€
- Website
- Nightjet
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One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Vienna, Vienna Erdberg to Brussels, Brussels-North station
- Ave. Duration
- 19h 10m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 50€ - 65€
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
- Phone
- 02/989 0000
- Website
- union-ivkoni.com
Bus and ferry from Wien to Brussels
- Ave. Duration
- 20h 50m
- Frequency
- Twice a week
- Estimated price
- 40€ - 60€
- Schedules at
- union-ivkoni.com
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More Questions & Answers
The quickest flight from Vienna Airport to Brussels Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 20m.
Vienna to Brussels bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Brussels, Brussels-North station.
Vienna to Brussels train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Bruxelles-Nord station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Brussels is 1105 km. It takes approximately 9h 41m to drive from Vienna to Brussels.
Ethiopian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines and Lufthansa offer flights from Vienna Airport to Brussels Airport.
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The best way to get from Vienna to Vienna Airport is to line 9011 train which takes 16 min and costs 12€.