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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to CERN is to bus which costs €60 - €130 and takes 15h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to CERN is to fly which takes 4h 26m and costs €90 - €280.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and CERN?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to CERN. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Meyrin, CERN via Zürich HB and Genève, gare Cornavin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 8m.

How far is it from Vienna to CERN?

The distance between Vienna and CERN is 843 km. The road distance is 970.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to CERN without a car is to train which takes 12h 8m and costs €160 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Vienna to CERN, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to CERN train from?

Vienna to CERN train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to CERN?

The best way to get from Vienna to CERN is to fly which takes 4h 26m and costs €90 - €280. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €160 - €290 and takes 12h 8m, you could also bus, which costs €60 - €130 and takes 15h 24m.

Where does the Vienna to CERN train arrive?

Vienna to CERN train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Zuerich Hb station.

Can I drive from Vienna to CERN?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to CERN is 971 km. It takes approximately 9h 49m to drive from Vienna to CERN.

Where can I stay near CERN?

There are 1197+ hotels available in CERN.

Vienna to CERN - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Vienna to CERN by plane, train, bus, or car

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)VIE - GVA
4h 26m
€93–278
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to GenevaN882 / ...
15h 24m
€61–126
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Zuerich HbRjx
2. Take the train from Zürich HB to GenèveIc1 / ...
12h 8m
€169–284
Drive 970.6 km
1. Drive from Vienna to CERN970.6 km
9h 49m
€158–228

Vienna to CERN by train, tram, and foot

39Weekly Services

12h 8mAverage Duration

€169Cheapest Price

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Distance: 843.3 km
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and CERN, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France?

Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, and two other airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Geneva International Airport (GVA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wien Hbf to CERN via Zuerich Hb, Zürich HB, Genève, Genève, gare Cornavin, and Meyrin, CERN in around 12h 8m.

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