There are 5 ways to get from Vienna to Chienes by train, car, plane or bus
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
Train
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Take the train from Wien Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf
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Take the train from Brennero Brenner to Bressanone Brixen
Cheapest option
Train via Salzburg
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Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf
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Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Bressanone Brixen
3 alternative options
Train via Lienz
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Take the train from Wien Hbf to Lienz In Osttirol
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Take the train from Lienz In Osttirol to Casteldarne/Ehrenb.
Drive
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Drive from Vienna to Chienes
Fly, bus
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Fly from Vienna (VIE) to Innsbruck (INN)
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Take the bus from Innsbruck Airport to Vandoies di Sotto
Vienna to Chienes by train and bus
The journey time between Vienna and Chienes is around 7h 45m and covers a distance of around 612 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 22m. Operated by Railjet, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), Österreichische Bundesbahnen and others, the Vienna to Chienes service departs from Wien Hbf and arrives in Chienes. Typically 94 services run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Chienes is to train via Salzburg which costs €60 - €90 and takes 8h 19m.
The fastest way to get from Vienna to Chienes is to fly and bus which takes 5h 4m and costs €100 - €440.
No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Chienes. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Casteldarne/Ehrenb. via Lienz In Osttirol. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.
The distance between Vienna and Chienes is 374 km. The road distance is 567.5 km.
The best way to get from Vienna to Chienes without a car is to train which takes 7h 45m and costs €70 - €160.
It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Vienna to Chienes, including transfers.
Vienna to Chienes train services, operated by ÖBB Intercity, depart from Wien Hbf station.
The quickest flight from Vienna Airport to Innsbruck Airport is the direct flight which takes 55 min.
Vienna to Chienes train services, operated by Austrian Railways (ÖBB), arrive at Casteldarne/Ehrenb. station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Chienes is 567 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Vienna to Chienes.

- Distance: 374.1 km
- Duration: 7h 45m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Chienes, Italy?
You can take a train from Vienna to Chienes via Innsbruck Hbf, Brennero Brenner, Bressanone Brixen, and Bressanone - Stazione in around 7h 45m.

- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Innsbruck
- Ave. Duration
- 56 min
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €150 - €450

Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 16m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €60 - €95
- Website
- Railjet
Train from Brennero Brenner to Bressanone Brixen
- Ave. Duration
- 53 min
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €12 - €19
- Website
- Railjet
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Bressanone Brixen
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 47m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- Railjet
Train from Wien Hbf to Lienz In Osttirol
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 48m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- €55 - €90
- Website
- Railjet

- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Wien Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 16m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €22 - €27
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu

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 Innsbruck Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 8m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €85 - €120
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Brennero Brenner to Bressanone Brixen
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €8 - €12
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Wien Hbf to Lienz In Osttirol
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 48m
- Frequency
- Once a week
- Estimated price
- €80 - €110
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
Train from Lienz In Osttirol to Casteldarne/Ehrenb.
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 54m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €14 - €20
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass

The primary train operator in Italy, Trenitalia was created in the year 2000. Trenitalia offers national rail connections in Italy as well as international connections to Austria, France, Germany and Switzerland. The company operates regional and long-distance trains, as well as high-speed trains called Frecce that travel on specialised tracks on speeds of up to 360km/h. Trenitalia tickets are available online, in stations across the country or from many travel agents that offer bookings.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +39 06 68475475
- Website
- trenitalia.com
Train from Brennero Brenner to Bressanone Brixen
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €3 - €8
- Website
- Trenitalia
- 1st Class
- €7 - €8
Frequently asked questions

- Phone
- +43 1 89900
- meinenachricht@westbahn.at
- Website
- westbahn.at
Train from Wien Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 30m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- €25 - €29
- Website
- WESTbahn Gmbh

- Phone
- +43 (0)5 1717
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Wien Hbf to Lienz In Osttirol
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 48m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €50 - €70
- Website
- ÖBB Intercity

- Phone
- 895 895 0831
- info@suedtirolbus.it
- Website
- altoadigebus.com
Bus from Innsbruck Airport to Vandoies di Sotto
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 17m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Schedules at
- altoadigebus.com
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