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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Vienna is to train and night train which costs €70 - €180 and takes 16h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Vienna is to train and fly which takes 4h 34m and costs €110 - €280.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Central Station station and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 18h 20m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Vienna?

The distance between Rotterdam and Vienna is 1031 km. The road distance is 1119.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Vienna without a car is to train via Munich which takes 12h 45m and costs €140 - €700.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Rotterdam to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Vienna bus from?

Rotterdam to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Rotterdam Central Station.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Vienna train from?

Rotterdam to Vienna train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), depart from Rotterdam Alexander station.

Train or bus from Rotterdam to Vienna?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Vienna is to train via Munich which takes 12h 45m and costs €140 - €700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €90 - €160 and takes 18h 20m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Vienna bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rotterdam to Vienna train arrive?

Rotterdam to Vienna train services, operated by Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), arrive at Utrecht Centraal station.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Vienna is 1120 km. It takes approximately 10h 48m to drive from Rotterdam to Vienna.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Vienna?

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Rotterdam to Vienna - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

Q: Is there a direct train between Rotterdam and Vienna?

No, there is no direct train from Rotterdam to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Wien Westbahnhof via Rotterdam Alexander, Utrecht Centraal, Düsseldorf Hbf, München Hbf and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 45m.

There are 8 ways to get from Rotterdam 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 Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport Train Stationtrain
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane AMS - VIE
4h 34m
€110–278
Train, night train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Utrecht Centraaltrain Intercity
2. Take the night train from Utrecht Centraal to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
16h 52m
€71–173
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Alexander to Utrecht Centraaltrain
2. Take the train from Utrecht Centraal to Duesseldorf Hbftrain Ice
3. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to München Hbftrain 41 / ...
4. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 90 / ...
5. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Wien Westbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
12h 45m
€143–698
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus 1924
18h 20m
€90–160
Train to Brussels Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels Airport-Zaventemtrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BRU - VIE
5h 43m
€95–268
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Fuldacar
2. Take the car train from Fulda to Villach Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Villach Hbf to Viennacar
17h 17m
€241–332
Train
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Brussels-Nordtrain Ec
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Wien HBFtrain Nj
17h 52m
€236–481
Drive 1,119.7 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Viennacar 1,119.7 km
10h 48m
€203–293

Rotterdam to Vienna by train

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12h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,030.6 km
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Vienna, Austria?

You can take a train from Rotterdam Centraal to Wien Westbahnhof via Rotterdam Alexander, Utrecht Centraal, Duesseldorf Hbf, Düsseldorf Hbf, München Hbf, and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in around 12h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rotterdam Central Station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) 3 times a week. Tickets cost €90–160 and the journey takes 18h 20m.

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