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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Rajec is to bus which costs €13 - €17 and takes 5h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Rajec is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Rajec?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Rajec. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Rajec via Zilina. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Vienna to Rajec?

The distance between Vienna and Rajec is 286 km. The road distance is 252.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Rajec without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs €19 - €21.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Vienna to Rajec, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Rajec train from?

Vienna to Rajec train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Rajec?

The best way to get from Vienna to Rajec is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs €19 - €21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €13 - €17 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Vienna to Rajec train arrive?

Vienna to Rajec train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Zilina station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Rajec?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Rajec is 253 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Vienna to Rajec.

Where can I stay near Rajec?

There are 416+ hotels available in Rajec.

Vienna to Rajec - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Vienna to Rajec by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to ZilinaEc
4h 18m
€19–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal to Žilina
5h 33m
€14–16
Drive 252.8 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Rajec252.8 km
2h 45m
€41–59
Train via Bratislava
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna StanicaRe
2. Take the train from Bratislava Hlavna Stanica to Zilina631 / ...
4h 52m
€20–70
Bus via Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to ŽilinaN1291 / ...
6h 13m
€19–49

Vienna to Rajec by train

21Weekly Trains

4h 18mAverage Duration

€19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 285.9 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Rajec, Slovakia?

ÖBB EuroCity operates a train from Wien Hbf to Zilina 3 times a day. Tickets cost €18–19 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, Eurobus SK operates a bus from Vienna, International Busterminal to Žilina 3 times a week. Tickets cost €12–15 and the journey takes 4h.

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