Route guide

Tallinn → Vienna

1362 km · Estonia to Austria · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €43+ by bus

How to travel from Tallinn to Vienna

There are 4 ways to travel between Tallinn and Vienna — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€97–285

Duration: 11h 21m

via Elron, ÖBB (Railjet)

~19 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€43–115

Duration: 19h 27m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~38 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€89–283

Duration: 4h 19m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Austrian Airlines

~212 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€163–300

Duration: 15h 8m

~232 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Tallinn and Vienna highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1362 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Estonia into Austria. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Tallinn to Vienna — every option in detail

Tallinn to Vienna by train

Trains link Tallinn (Estonia) and Vienna (Austria) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 11h 21m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Elron, ÖBB (Railjet).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €97 to €285. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 19 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 212 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~193 kg on this distance.

Tallinn to Vienna by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Tallinn and Vienna with a typical journey of 19h 27m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €43 when booked in advance, rising to €115 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Tallinn to Vienna by flight

Flights between Tallinn and Vienna take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 19m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Austrian Airlines.

Typical fare range is €89–283. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 212 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Tallinn to Vienna by car

The driving distance from Tallinn to Vienna is approximately 1566 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 15h 8m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €163–300 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Estonia–Austria border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 232 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Tallinn and Vienna is approximately 1362 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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