Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Erdberg | Cheapest | |||||
 | Essen Central Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | HBF | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + DBAH - IC/IC | Essen Central Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
| Essen Central Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Essen to Vienna
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 £43, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Essen and Vienna?
Essen
- AAm Hauptbahnhof 27, 45127 Essen, Germany
- BFreiheit 5A, 45127 Essen, Germany
Vienna
- AFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - ELandstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
- F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria
Train Companies
Based on 17 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at £77
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 £77. The average price for this train route is around £135. 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 10h 20m, covering a distance of 473 miles. 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 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Essen to Vienna?
The earliest train from Essen to Vienna departs at 08:47. And the latest train departs at 14:00.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Essen to Vienna was searched and found on 2 Apr 2026 with a price of £74To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Vienna as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £74 to £255 for a train ticket from Essen to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £110, which is on 2026-04-04.
