What is the cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Vienna?

The cheapest way to get from Dortmund to Vienna is to bus which costs €40 - €85 and takes 18h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Dortmund to Vienna?

The fastest way to get from Dortmund to Vienna is to train and fly which takes 4h 58m and costs €80 - €310.

Is there a direct bus between Dortmund and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dortmund central bus station station and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 18h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Dortmund and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Dortmund Hbf and arriving at Wien Hbf. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 49m.

How far is it from Dortmund to Vienna?

The distance between Dortmund and Vienna is 876 km. The road distance is 906.3 km.

How do I travel from Dortmund to Vienna without a car?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 11h 49m and costs €140 - €550.

How long does it take to get from Dortmund to Vienna?

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Dortmund to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Vienna bus from?

Dortmund to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Dortmund central bus station.

Where do I catch the Dortmund to Vienna train from?

Dortmund to Vienna train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Dortmund Hbf station.

Train or bus from Dortmund to Vienna?

The best way to get from Dortmund to Vienna is to train which takes 11h 49m and costs €140 - €550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €85 and takes 18h 10m.

Where does the Dortmund to Vienna bus arrive?

Dortmund to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where does the Dortmund to Vienna train arrive?

Dortmund to Vienna train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Dortmund to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Dortmund to Vienna is 906 km. It takes approximately 8h 28m to drive from Dortmund to Vienna.

How do I get a train ticket from Dortmund to Vienna?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Dortmund to Vienna?

Book your Dortmund to Vienna bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 4617+ hotels available in Vienna.

Dortmund to Vienna - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 10 ways to get from Dortmund to Vienna by train, plane, bus, night train, car, or car train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Düsseldorf International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duesseldorf Flughafentrain
2. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane DUS - VIE
4h 58m
€81–301
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dortmund central bus station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus 1925
18h 10m
€40–85
Train
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Wien Hbftrain Nightjet
11h 49m
€140–550
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Duisburg Hbftrain 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Duisburg Portsmouthplatz to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3632
16h 59m
€52–120
Night train
1. Take the night train from Dortmund Hbf to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
12h 43m
€80–280
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane CGN - VIE
5h 27m
€70–309
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane FRA - VIE
5h 59m
€96–295
Train to Hannover Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Dortmund Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane HAJ - VIE
6h 25m
€111–315
Drive 906.3 km
1. Drive from Dortmund to Viennacar 906.3 km
8h 28m
€144–208
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Dortmund to Fuldacar
2. Take the car train from Fulda to Salzburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Salzburg Hbf to Viennacar
8h 6m
€175–241

Dortmund to Vienna by train

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11h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 876.3 km
Duration: 4h 58m

What companies run services between Dortmund, Germany and Vienna, Austria?

Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) operates a train from Dortmund Hbf to Wien Hbf once daily. Tickets cost €140–550 and the journey takes 11h 49m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Dortmund central bus station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) once a week. Tickets cost €40–85 and the journey takes 18h 10m.

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