Next available departures

Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Vienna on October 17
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:48am	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	18h 2m	5:50am	Erdberg	Cheapest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:27pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	15h 43m	9:10am	Erdberg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	1:26pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	18h 19m	7:45am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:27pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	16h 8m	9:35am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:09pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	17h 26m	9:35am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	1:26pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	16h 54m	6:20am	Erdberg	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	5:48pm	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	18h 7m	11:55am	Erdberg	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	11:48am	Gelsenkirchen (ZOB)	17h 42m	5:30am	Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Gelsenkirchen 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 19 hours 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just $94, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

19h 25mAverage Duration

766 kmDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$94 - $222	Average Duration19h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$142 - $302	Average Duration10h 52m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/514 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

Wi‑Fi3.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wi‑Fi2.5

AT train companies:Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Swiss Federal Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna?
The cheapest train tickets from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna start at $142. The average price for this train route is around $247. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna?
The average train trip from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna takes 10h 52m and covers 760 km. The quickest train gets you there in 9h 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Gelsenkirchen to Vienna route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna?
The earliest train from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna departs at 6:59am. The latest train departs at 10:51pm.
What is the best train operator from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Gelsenkirchen 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.