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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Vienna is to train which costs €70 - €190 and takes 13h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kiel to Vienna is to train and fly which takes 5h 40m and costs €100 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Kiel and Vienna?

No, there is no direct bus from Kiel station to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Kiel central bus station and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h.

Is there a direct train between Kiel and Vienna?

No, there is no direct train from Kiel to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Kiel Hbf and arriving at Wien Hbf via Hamburg Hbf and Breclav. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 24m.

How far is it from Kiel to Vienna?

The distance between Kiel and Vienna is 907 km. The road distance is 967 km.

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

The best way to get from Kiel to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 13h 24m and costs €70 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from Kiel to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kiel to Vienna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Kiel to Vienna train from?

Kiel to Vienna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Kiel Hbf station.

Train or bus from Kiel to Vienna?

The best way to get from Kiel to Vienna is to train which takes 13h 24m and costs €70 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €70 - €140 and takes 16h.

Where does the Kiel to Vienna bus arrive?

Kiel to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof station.

Where does the Kiel to Vienna train arrive?

Kiel to Vienna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Hamburg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Kiel to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Vienna is 967 km. It takes approximately 9h 57m to drive from Kiel to Vienna.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Vienna?

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

There are 10 ways to get from Kiel 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 Hamburg Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane HAM - VIE
5h 40m
€102–290
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re7
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Břeclavtrain
3. Take the train from Breclav to Wien Hbftrain Re / ...
13h 24m
€70–186
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus 050 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus Arda-Tur
16h
€72–131
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the night train from Hamburg Hbf to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
15h 52m
€75–211
Train, train to Bremen Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen Hbftrain
3. Fly from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BRE - VIE
6h 40m
€130–456
Train, train to Hannover Airport, fly to Vienna International Airport
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane HAJ - VIE
7h 21m
€154–476
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly to Graz Airport, train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Graz Airport (GRZ)plane HAM - GRZ
3. Take the train from Graz Hbf to Wien Hbftrain
8h 45m
€149–439
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Kiel to Hamburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Hamburg Hbf to Salzburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Salzburg Hbf to Viennacar
14h 41m
€159–210
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain Re70 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Vienna International Airportbus N66
18h 14m
€104–207
Drive 967 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Viennacar 967 km
9h 57m
€159–230

Kiel to Vienna by train and foot

9Weekly Services

13h 24mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 906.5 km
Duration: 5h 40m

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

You can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Wien Hbf via Hamburg Hbf, Břeclav, and Breclav in around 13h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kiel central bus station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof in around 16h.

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