Berlin, Germany → Vienna, Austria · ✈ 1h 9min · 🚗 8h 31min
283 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: southeast
The distance from Berlin to Vienna is 524 km (326 miles). The fastest way to travel is by high-speed train. A high-speed train covers the distance in approximately 1h 52min.
The straight-line distance from Berlin, Germany to Vienna, Austria is approximately 524 kilometers (326 miles or 283 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Vienna is located southeast of Berlin. Berlin is in Europe, in the Brandenburg region of Germany, while Vienna is in Europe, in Vienna, Austria. Both cities are in Europe.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 524 km | ~1h 9min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~681 km | ~8h 31min | Feasible with breaks |
| 🚄 High-Speed Train | ~603 km | ~1h 52min | Often faster than flying (no airport time) |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~629 km | ~5h 14min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: high-speed train is typically the best way to travel from Berlin to Vienna. For 524 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 681 km, fuel costs for driving from Berlin to Vienna are approximately $54–$102 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Berlin sits at 52.5200°N, 13.4050°E, while Vienna is located at 48.2082°N, 16.3738°E. The initial compass bearing from Berlin to Vienna is 155° (SSE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Berlin heading roughly SSE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 4.31° and the longitude difference is 2.97°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Berlin and Vienna is approximately 50.3735°N, 14.9569°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 262 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Berlin and Vienna share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Berlin is a major city in Germany with a population of approximately 3,644,826. Located in the Brandenburg region, it is an important hub in Europe. Berlin is a significant metropolitan area in Germany with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Vienna is a notable city in Austria with a population of approximately 1,911,191. Situated in the Vienna region, it serves as a key destination in Europe. Vienna offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Austria.
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524 km is a medium-distance route, similar to traveling across a mid-sized European country. A flight covers this distance quickly, but driving or rail travel remains feasible for those who prefer ground transport. For reference, New York to Chicago is about 1,150 km.
At 524 km, the Berlin-Vienna route is about 1.3% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 9min.
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The straight-line distance from Berlin to Vienna is approximately 524 kilometers (326 miles, 283 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 9min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 8h 31min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Vienna is approximately Same timezone compared to Berlin.
The estimated road distance is approximately 681 km, which is about 30% longer than the 524 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.