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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Riesa is to bus and train which costs €40 - €85 and takes 7h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Riesa is to fly and train which takes 5h 30m and costs €110 - €360.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Riesa?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Riesa. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Riesa Busbf/Bahnhof via Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and Dresden Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Vienna to Riesa?

The distance between Vienna and Riesa is 493 km. The road distance is 480.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Riesa without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 42m and costs €40 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 7h 42m to get from Vienna to Riesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Riesa train from?

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

Where does the Vienna to Riesa train arrive?

Vienna to Riesa train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Riesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Riesa is 480 km. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Vienna to Riesa.

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

Book your Vienna to Riesa train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Riesa?

There are 364+ hotels available in Riesa.

Vienna to Riesa - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Vienna to Riesa by bus, 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Dresden Neustadt stationbus 060 / ...
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Riesa Busbf/Bahnhoftrain 55 / ...
7h 42m
€42–84
Train via Prague
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazitrain Rj / ...
2. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Dresden Hbftrain Rj
3. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Riesa Busbf/Bahnhoftrain 55 / ...
8h 18m
€54–189
Drive 480.4 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Riesacar 480.4 km
5h 40m
€80–115
Fly to Dresden Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Dresden Airport (DRS)plane VIE - DRS
2. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Riesa Busbf/Bahnhoftrain
7h 3m
€135–469
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hauptbahnhof to Děčín hlavní nádražítrain Nj
2. Take the train from Děčín hlavní nádraží to Dresden Hauptbahnhoftrain 27
3. Take the train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Riesa Busbf/Bahnhoftrain 55 / ...
9h 15m
€52–180
Fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane VIE - LEJ
2. Take the train from Leipzig/Halle Flughafen to Riesa Busbf/Bahnhoftrain
5h 30m
€119–360
Fly to Václav Havel Airport Prague, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG)plane VIE - PRG
2. Take the train from Praha-Holesovice to Dresden-Neustadttrain
3. Take the train from Dresden Bahnhof Neustadt to Riesa Busbf/Bahnhoftrain
7h 8m
€91–309
Fly to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)plane VIE - BER
2. Take the train from Flughafen BER to Elsterwerda, Bahnhoftrain
6h 19m
€93–280

Vienna to Riesa by bus and train

61Weekly Services

7h 42mAverage Duration

€42Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 493.5 km
Duration: 7h 42m

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

You can take a train from Wien Hbf to Riesa Busbf/Bahnhof via Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and Dresden Hauptbahnhof in around 8h 18m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around Germany

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.