There are 8 ways to get from Vienna to Paris by plane, bus, train, night train 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.
Recommended option
Fly to Paris Charles de Gaulle
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Fly from Vienna (VIE) to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Cheapest option
Fly to Beauvais, bus
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Fly from Vienna (VIE) to Beauvais (BVA)
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Take the bus from Paris Beauvais Airport to Paris Porte Maillot
6 alternative options
Fly to Paris Orly
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Fly from Vienna (VIE) to Paris Orly (ORY)
Train
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Take the train from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
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Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof
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Take the train from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Paris Est
Bus
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Take the bus from Vienna Erdberg to Paris
Bus, train
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Take the bus from Vienna Central Bus Station VIB to Reims Central Train Station
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Take the train from Reims to Paris-Est
Night train
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Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Paris l'Est
Drive
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Drive from Vienna to Paris Gallieni
Vienna to Paris by train
The train journey time between Vienna and Paris is around 11h 43m and covers a distance of around 1295 km. This includes an average layover time of around 1h 37m. Operated by Railjet, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Hungarian Railways (MÁV) and others, the Vienna to Paris train service departs from Wien Hbf and arrives in Paris Est. Typically 34 trains run weekly, although weekend and holiday schedules can vary so check in advance.
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International entry into France from Austria
- Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Austria
Conditions of entry into France from Austria
- There are no current restrictions
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- Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, entry into France is currently allowed from Austria.
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- Face masks are recommended
- Health pass is required for long-distance travel by plane, train or coach, as well as in some public venues
- Nationwide control measures in place
- Observe COVID-19 safety rules
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Paris is 800 130 000.
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Paris is recommended.
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800 130 000.
No, returning to Austria from France is currently allowed.
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Last updated: 24 Jan 2023
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Questions & Answers
The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Paris is to bus which costs €55 - €70 and takes 17h 55m.
The quickest way to get from Vienna to Paris is to fly which costs €60 - €250 and takes 5h 7m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna Erdberg and arriving at Paris. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 55m.
Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Paris l'Est. This train operates Monday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 13h 57m.
It is 1033 km from Vienna to Paris. It is approximately 1235.2 km to drive.
The best way to get from Vienna to Paris without a car is to train which takes 11h 43m and costs €160 - €250.
It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Vienna to Paris, including transfers.
Vienna to Paris bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna Erdberg station.
Vienna to Paris train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.
The best way to get from Vienna to Paris is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs €60 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €160 - €250 and takes 11h 43m, you could also bus, which costs €55 - €70 and takes 17h 55m.
- Distance: 1033.4 km
- Duration: 5h 7m
What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Paris, France?
Austrian Airlines, Air France and five other airlines fly from Vienna to Magenta hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Vienna to Magenta via Salzburg Hbf and Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof in around 11h 43m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Vienna to Paris Charles de Gaulle via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 3m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €440
Flights from Vienna to Paris Charles de Gaulle via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 25m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €440
Flights from Vienna to Paris Orly via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 35m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €130 - €600
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Vienna to Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 6m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €80 - €430
- Website
- airfrance.com
Flights from Vienna to Paris Charles de Gaulle
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 10m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €95 - €450
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Vienna to Paris Charles de Gaulle via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 20m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- €110 - €460
- Website
- britishairways.com
Flights from Vienna to Paris Charles de Gaulle via London Heathrow
- Ave. Duration
- 5h
- When
- Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €140 - €750
- Website
- lot.com
Flights from Vienna to Paris Charles de Gaulle via Warsaw Chopin
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 5m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €130 - €440
- Website
- transavia.com
Flights from Vienna to Paris Orly
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 5m
- When
- Monday, Thursday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- €45 - €340
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Vienna to Beauvais
- Ave. Duration
- 2h
- When
- Monday, Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- €35 - €210
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 54m
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- €40 - €65
- Website
- Railjet
- Phone
- +36 (1) 3 49 49 49
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
Train from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 25m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €13 - €17
- Website
- mavcsoport.hu
- Phone
- +43 (0)5 1717
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 54m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €35 - €55
- Website
- ÖBB Intercity
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 16m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- €45 - €65
- Website
- ÖBB Intercity
Austria's national railway system is not only punctual, reliable and efficient, but offers free wifi to boot. Choose from high-speed intercity Railjet trains, overnight Nightjet trains and regional services such as Cityjet. ÖBB also operates international routes that connect cities in Austria with adjacent European countries including Germany, Hungary, Liechtenstein, Czech Republic, Switzerland and Slovenia. If you're planning to be in Austria for a while, consider the ÖBB Vorteilscard, an annual railcard that offers discounts on routes within Austria and in neighbouring countries.
Contact Details
Train from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 43m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €50 - €75
- Website
- Austrian Railways
- Book at
- Austria Rail Pass
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 59m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- €70 - €100
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof to Paris Est
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 13m
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- €100 - €140
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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- Phone
- +43 (0)5 1717
- Website
- oebb.at
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 59m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €40 - €60
- Website
- ÖBB EuroCity
- Phone
- +385 1 3782 583
- informacije@hzpp.hr
- Website
- hzpp.hr
Train from Salzburg Hbf to Stuttgart Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 59m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- €22 - €30
- Website
- Croatian Railways (HŽPP)
- Book at
- Croatia Rail Pass
The national railway company of Switzerland, Swiss Railways operates trains throughout the country and adjacent European nations including Germany, France, Italy and Austria. Tickets are sold in two classes - First and Second - with most long-distance trains offering a bistro car serving beverages and snacks. Individual tickets can be bought easily at stands, while a variety of travel passes are on offer to suit different travel needs.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +41 51 220 11 11
- Website
- sbb.ch
Train from Reims to Paris-Est
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €45 - €85
- Website
- Swiss Railways (SBB/CFF/FFS)
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Reims to Paris l'Est
- Ave. Duration
- 46 min
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- €30 - €45
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- €35 - €45
- 1st Class
- €30 - €40
- Phone
- +43 51717
- Website
- nightjet.com
Night train from Wien Hbf to Paris l'Est
- Ave. Duration
- 13h 57m
- Frequency
- 3 times a week
- Estimated price
- €100 - €140
- Website
- Nightjet
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One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
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Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 30 300 137 300
- service@flixbus.com
- Website
- flixbus.de
Bus from Vienna Erdberg to Paris
- Ave. Duration
- 17h 55m
- Frequency
- 4 times a day
- Estimated price
- €55 - €70
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
Frequently asked questions
- Phone
- 02/989 0000
- Website
- union-ivkoni.com
Bus from Vienna Central Bus Station VIB to Reims Central Train Station
- Ave. Duration
- 17h 30m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- €35 - €50
- Website
- Union Ivkoni
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The quickest flight from Vienna Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is the direct flight which takes 2h 5m.
Vienna to Paris bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris station.
Vienna to Paris train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Paris Est station.
Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Paris is 1235 km. It takes approximately 10h 49m to drive from Vienna to Paris.
Swiss, British Airways, LOT and three other airlines offer flights from Vienna Airport to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Book your Vienna to Paris bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
There are 2273+ hotels available in Paris. Prices start at €87 per night.
The best way to get from Vienna to Vienna Airport is to train which takes 20 min and costs €3 - €11.