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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Vienna is to bus which costs €35 - €80 and takes 11h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs €80 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Vienna?

No, there is no direct bus from Mainz station to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Mainz central train station and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Vienna?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Mainz Hbf and arriving at Wien Hbf. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Mainz to Vienna?

The distance between Mainz and Vienna is 666 km. The road distance is 727.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Vienna without a car is to train via Passau which takes 8h 53m and costs €60 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Mainz to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Vienna bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Mainz to Vienna train from?

Mainz to Vienna train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Mainz Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Mainz to Vienna?

The best way to get from Mainz to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs €80 - €230. Alternatively, you can train via Passau, which costs €60 - €180 and takes 8h 53m, you could also bus, which costs €35 - €80 and takes 11h 45m.

Where does the Mainz to Vienna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mainz to Vienna train arrive?

Mainz to Vienna train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Vienna is 727 km. It takes approximately 6h 52m to drive from Mainz to Vienna.

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

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

Book your Mainz to Vienna bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Vienna?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Mainz 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 Frankfurt
best
1. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)FRA - VIE
4h 8m
€83–227
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)N61 / ...
11h 45m
€36–78
Train via Passau
1. Take the train from Frankfurt to Passau Hbf91 / ...
2. Take the train from Passau Hbf to Wien HauptbahnhofIce
8h 53m
€63–179
Night train
1. Take the night train from Mainz Hbf to Wien HbfNj
8h 6m
€60–270
Train to Stuttgart Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Hauptbahnhof
2. Fly from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)STR - VIE
5h 55m
€102–308
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz Hbf to Wien HbfNj
9h 37m
€65–100
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Mannheim, HauptbahnhofS6
2. Take the bus from Mannheim to Vienna, International Busterminal
14h 26m
€47–88
Drive 727.2 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Vienna727.2 km
6h 52m
€119–172
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Mainz to Fulda
2. Take the car train from Fulda to Salzburg Hbf
3. Drive from Salzburg Hbf to Vienna
7h
€160–219

Mainz to Vienna by train

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8h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 665.6 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

Austrian Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, and Lufthansa fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mainz, Römisches Theater to Wien Hauptbahnhof via Frankfurt and Passau Hbf in around 8h 53m.

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