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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Esslingen is to night train which costs €35 - €55 and takes 9h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Esslingen is to fly and train which takes 4h 27m and costs €80 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Esslingen?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna to Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) and arriving at Pliensauv. Weilstraße via Flughafen/Messe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Esslingen?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Esslingen. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Esslingen via München Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Vienna to Esslingen?

The distance between Vienna and Esslingen is 678 km. The road distance is 608.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Esslingen without a car is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs €95 - €360.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Vienna to Esslingen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Esslingen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Vienna to Esslingen train from?

Vienna to Esslingen train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Esslingen?

The best way to get from Vienna to Esslingen is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs €95 - €360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €80 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Vienna to Esslingen bus arrive?

Vienna to Esslingen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Stuttgart Airport Busterminal station.

Where does the Vienna to Esslingen train arrive?

Vienna to Esslingen train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Muenchen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Esslingen?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Esslingen is 608 km. It takes approximately 5h 38m to drive from Vienna to Esslingen.

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

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Where can I stay near Esslingen?

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Vienna to Esslingen - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Vienna to Esslingen by train, bus, night train, car, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Muenchen Hbftrain Rjx
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Esslingentrain 47 / ...
6h 27m
€95–360
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Goeppingennighttrain En
9h 8m
€37–51
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Stuttgart Airport Busterminalbus N236 / ...
9h 31m
€47–76
Drive 608.2 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Esslingencar 608.2 km
5h 38m
€101–146
Train via Wien Westbahnhof
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10train 968 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Esslingentrain 47 / ...
6h 29m
€128–270
Fly to Stuttgart Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Stuttgart Airport (STR)plane VIE - STR
2. Take the train from Hauptbahnhof to Esslingentrain
4h 27m
€84–242
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane VIE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Esslingentrain
6h 6m
€94–285

Vienna to Esslingen by train

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Distance: 678.1 km
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a train from Wien Hbf to Esslingen via Muenchen Hbf and München Hbf in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Stuttgart Airport Busterminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 8h 40m.

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