What is the cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Vienna?

The cheapest way to get from Essen Hbf to Vienna is to night train which costs €55 - €150 and takes 13h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Vienna?

The fastest way to get from Essen Hbf to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs €85 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Essen Hbf and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Essen central train station station and arriving at Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Essen Hbf and Vienna?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Wien Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 4m.

How far is it from Essen Hbf to Vienna?

The distance between Essen Hbf and Vienna is 843 km. The road distance is 936.3 km.

How do I travel from Essen Hbf to Vienna without a car?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Vienna without a car is to train via Munich which takes 9h 43m and costs €180 - €800.

How long does it take to get from Essen Hbf to Vienna?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Essen Hbf to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Vienna bus from?

Essen Hbf to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen Hbf to Vienna train from?

Essen Hbf to Vienna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Essen Hbf to Vienna?

The best way to get from Essen Hbf to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs €85 - €250. Alternatively, you can train via Munich, which costs €180 - €800 and takes 9h 43m, you could also bus, which costs €80 - €140 and takes 16h 15m.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Vienna bus arrive?

Essen Hbf to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where does the Essen Hbf to Vienna train arrive?

Essen Hbf to Vienna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen Hbf to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen Hbf to Vienna is 936 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Essen Hbf to Vienna.

How do I get a train ticket from Essen Hbf to Vienna?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Essen Hbf to Vienna?

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Essen Hbf to Vienna - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

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There are 9 ways to get from Essen Hbf to Vienna by plane, train, bus, night train, car, or car train

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Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane DUS - VIE
4h 27m
€87–244
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Essen Hbf to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
13h 4m
€55–150
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to München Hbftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 90 / ...
3. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Wien Westbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
9h 43m
€185–773
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platzbus N161
16h 15m
€80–140
Train to Cologne Bonn Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
2. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane CGN - VIE
4h 59m
€81–271
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane FRA - VIE
5h 28m
€115–360
Train
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Wien Hbftrain Nightjet
14h 31m
€133–283
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Essen Hbf to Fuldacar
2. Take the car train from Fulda to Villach Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Villach Hbf to Viennacar
15h 15m
€186–259
Drive 936.3 km
1. Drive from Essen Hbf to Viennacar 936.3 km
8h 33m
€153–221

Essen Hbf to Vienna by train

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Distance: 842.8 km
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Essen Hbf, Germany and Vienna, Austria?

Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essen Hbf to Wien Westbahnhof via München Hbf and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in around 9h 43m.

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