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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Altona is to bus which costs €70 - €130 and takes 15h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Altona is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs €75 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Altona?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna to Altona. However, there are services departing from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arriving at Rathaus Altona via Hauptbahnhof/ZOB. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Altona?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Hamburg-Altona. This train operates every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 46m.

How far is it from Vienna to Altona?

The distance between Vienna and Altona is 804 km. The road distance is 885.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Altona without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 10h 19m and costs €190 - €490.

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

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

Where do I catch the Vienna to Altona bus from?

Vienna to Altona bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Altona train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Altona?

The best way to get from Vienna to Altona is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs €75 - €230. Alternatively, you can train via Nuremberg, which costs €190 - €490 and takes 10h 19m, you could also bus, which costs €70 - €130 and takes 15h 30m.

Where does the Vienna to Altona bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vienna to Altona train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vienna to Altona?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Altona is 886 km. It takes approximately 9h 32m to drive from Vienna to Altona.

Where can I stay near Altona?

There are 1697+ hotels available in Altona.

Vienna to Altona - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train

There are 10 ways to get from Vienna to Altona 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 Vienna International Airport to Hamburg Airport
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane VIE - HAM
4h 34m
€77–229
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Hamburg-Altonanighttrain Nj
12h 46m
€55–150
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Hamburg-Harburgtrain 25 / ...
10h 19m
€197–489
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhofbus N66
15h 30m
€74–123
Fly Vienna International Airport to Bremen Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Bremen Airport (BRE)plane VIE - BRE
2. Take the train from Bremen Hbf to Hamburg-Altonatrain
6h 3m
€106–370
Fly Vienna International Airport to Hannover Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Hannover Airport (HAJ)plane VIE - HAJ
2. Take the train from Hannover Hbf to Hamburg Hbftrain
6h 54m
€135–414
Train to Graz Airport, fly to Hamburg Airport
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbftrain
2. Fly from Graz Airport (GRZ) to Hamburg Airport (HAM)plane GRZ - HAM
7h 22m
€119–378
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava hl.st.train Rrr 2502 / ...
2. Take the train from Bratislava hl.st. to Hamburg Hbftrain rj 174
12h 48m
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Vienna to Salzburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to Hamburg-Altonacartrain
13h 55m
€148–189
Drive 885.9 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Altonacar 885.9 km
9h 32m
€143–207

Vienna to Altona by train

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10h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 804.4 km
Duration: 4h 34m

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

Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, and Lufthansa fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Hamburg Airport (HAM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wien Hbf to Altona via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, Hamburg-Harburg, and Harburg in around 10h 19m.

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