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How to travel from Vienna to Brussels by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Vienna to Brussels? Look no further.
You'll usually find 15 trains per day running between Vienna and Brussels, which usually take 12 hours 57 minutes to complete the 915 km journey. It can take as little as 10 hours 15 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. As soon as you board the train, you'll be able to make yourself comfortable and enjoy the journey as there are direct services available. Hop on a train operated by either DB or ÖBB to reach your destination in no time. These train companies are the main operators of services on this route and run modern comfortable trains to make your journey as relaxing as possible.
You can save money on train tickets from Vienna to Brussels if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from $83.00. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for train schedules (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Vienna to Brussels by train
It takes an average of 12h 57m to travel from Vienna to Brussels by train, over a distance of around 568 miles (915 km). There are normally 15 trains per day traveling from Vienna to Brussels and tickets for this journey start from $83 when you book in advance.
| First train | 12:15 am | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 11:35 pm | |
| Departure station | Vienna | |
| Arrival station | Brussels | |
| Journey time | From 10h 15m | |
| Distance | 568 miles (915 km) | |
| Frequency | 15 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
| Price | From $83 | |
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ÖBB and Deutsche Bahn trains from Vienna to Brussels
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Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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How do I find cheap train tickets from Vienna to Brussels?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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