Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
 | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn | Train | Essen Central Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
| Train | Essen Central Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags |
Compare 3 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 R 773, 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
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 differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Essen to Vienna?
The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Vienna start from R 1 182. The average price for this train route is around R 1 250. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure 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 quickest train can get 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 serve 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?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers 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.
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 07 Feb 2026 with a price of R 1 946To 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 R 1 946 to R 3 212 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 R 1 946, which is on 2026-02-07.
