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

The cheapest way to get from Kiel to Vienna is to bus which costs €45 - €140 and takes 17h 15m.

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 38m and costs €75 - €260.

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 17h 15m.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 52m.

How far is it from Kiel to Vienna?

The distance between Kiel and Vienna is 1298 km. The road distance is 967.4 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 bus which takes 17h 15m and costs €45 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 9h 10m 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 bus which takes 17h 15m and costs €45 - €140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €170 - €310 and takes 12h.

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 Dammtor station.

Can I drive from Kiel to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Kiel to Vienna is 967 km. It takes approximately 9h 59m 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 - 9 ways to travel via train, car, car train, and bus

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

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

Drive, car train
best
1. Drive from Kiel to Hamburg Hbf
2. Take the car train from Hamburg Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
3. Drive from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna
9h 10m
€158–989
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kiel central bus station to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof050 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)N66
17h 15m
€48–135
Train, night train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg HbfRe70 / ...
2. Take the night train from Hamburg Hbf to Wien HbfNj
15h 52m
€90–312
Drive 967.4 km
1. Drive from Kiel to Vienna967.4 km
9h 59m
€155–224
Train
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg DammtorRe7
2. Take the train from Hamburg Dammtor to Passau Hbf91
3. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Wien WestbahnhofDrf / ...
12h
€173–308
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bordesholm to Hamburg HbfRe70 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hamburg Adenauerallee to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)Union Ivkoni - Unibus 3731 / ...
20h 11m
€77–111
Train to Hamburg Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
2. Fly from Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)HAM - VIE
5h 38m
€76–251
Train, train to Bremen Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hamburg Hbf
2. Take the train from Hamburg Hbf to Bremen Hbf
3. Fly from Bremen Airport (BRE) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)BRE - VIE
6h 42m
€113–392
Train to Hannover Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kiel Hbf to Hannover Hauptbahnhof
2. Fly from Hannover Airport (HAJ) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)HAJ - VIE
7h 46m
€118–355

Kiel to Vienna by bus

16Weekly Buses

17h 15mAverage Duration

€48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,298.1 km
Duration: 9h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Kiel central bus station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) via Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof in around 17h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kiel Hbf to Wien Westbahnhof via Hamburg Dammtor and Passau Hbf in around 12h.

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