How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Vienna?

The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Vienna start from €62. The average price for this train route is around €66. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Essen to Vienna?

The average train journey time from Essen to Vienna is 9h 47m, covering a distance of 763 km. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 47m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Essen to Vienna route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , FlixTrain , FlixBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Vienna?

The earliest train from Essen to Vienna departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 14:00.

Which is the best train operator from Essen to Vienna?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Vienna?

According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Vienna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Vienna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Essen to Vienna from €42 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Essen to Vienna on 1 February
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	12:00	Essen Central Train Station	9h 47m	21:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	12:54	Essen Central Train Station	8h 53m	21:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train	13:13	Essen Central Train Station	9h 52m	23:05	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train	13:13	Essen Central Train Station	9h 52m	23:05	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	Train	14:00	Essen Central Train Station	9h 5m	23:05	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Vienna

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 17 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just €41, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

17h 40mAverage duration

765 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price€41 - €77	Average duration17h 40m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€62 - €111	Average duration9h 47m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price€93 - €93	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Vienna?

Essen

A
HBF
Am Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
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B
Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit
Freiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
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Vienna

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/514 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi2.5

FlixTrain

3/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.2

Wi‑Fi1.8

FlixBus

3.5/512,170 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

AT train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Essen to Vienna by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Essen to Vienna?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Vienna start from €62. The average price for this train route is around €66. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Essen to Vienna?
The average train journey time from Essen to Vienna is 9h 47m, covering a distance of 763 km. The fastest train gets you there in 9h 47m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Essen to Vienna route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 2 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Vienna?
The earliest train from Essen to Vienna departs at 06:00. And the latest train departs at 14:00.
Which is the best train operator from Essen to Vienna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Essen to Vienna?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the most punctual service from Essen to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Essen to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.