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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Vienna is to bus which costs €70 - €120 and takes 16h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs €75 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Essen 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 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 to Vienna?

The distance between Essen and Vienna is 842 km. The road distance is 936.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Vienna without a car is to train via Munich which takes 10h 23m and costs €210 - €440.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Essen to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Vienna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Essen to Vienna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Essen to Vienna?

The best way to get from Essen to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs €75 - €240. Alternatively, you can train via Munich, which costs €210 - €440 and takes 10h 23m, you could also bus, which costs €70 - €120 and takes 16h 15m.

Where does the Essen to Vienna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Essen to Vienna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Vienna is 937 km. It takes approximately 8h 36m to drive from Essen to Vienna.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Vienna?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Essen to Vienna by plane, train, 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.

Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport
best
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane DUS - VIE
4h 32m
€78–237
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 41 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Wien Westbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
10h 23m
€213–438
Bus
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platzbus N161
16h 15m
€70–120
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
€68–247
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 31m
€117–284
Train
1. Take the train from Oberhausen Hbf to Wien Hbftrain Nightjet
13h 44m
€115–267
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Essen to Fuldacar
2. Take the car train from Fulda to Villach Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Villach Hbf to Viennacar
15h 16m
€186–259
Drive 936.8 km
1. Drive from Essen to Viennacar 936.8 km
8h 36m
€151–218

Essen to Vienna by train

74Weekly Trains

10h 23mAverage Duration

€213Cheapest Price

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Distance: 842.5 km
Duration: 4h 32m

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

Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Essen Hbf to Wien Westbahnhof via München Hbf in around 10h 23m.

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