Train from Essen to Vienna: Tickets & Timetables

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Next departures from Essen to Vienna on 14 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Wien HauptbahnhofNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Wien HauptbahnhofNo tags
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Wien HauptbahnhofNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn
Train
Essen Central Train Station
Wien HauptbahnhofNo tags
Deutsche Bahn ICETrain
Essen Central Train Station
Wien HauptbahnhofNo tags

Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Vienna

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 272, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
9h 40mAverage duration
762 kmDistance
32kgCO₂ emissions
Average priceR 917 - R 2 529Average duration17h 5m
19kg CO₂e
Average priceR 869 - R 5 484Average duration9h 32m
18kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average priceR 1 272 - R 1 837Average duration9h 40m
32kg CO₂e

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.

  1. How much is the train ticket from Essen to Vienna?

    The cheapest train tickets from Essen to Vienna start from R 869. The average price for this train route is around R 2 153. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Essen to Vienna?

    The average train journey time from Essen to Vienna is 9h 32m, covering a distance of 763 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 44m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators serve the Essen to Vienna route?

    Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, FlixTrain, FlixBus.

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

    The earliest train from Essen to Vienna departs at 06:41. And the latest train departs at 22:09.

  5. 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 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

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

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator FlixBus has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

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