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Next departures for Gelsenkirchen to Vienna on October 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:43am	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	10h 4m	4:47pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	6:43am	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	10h 4m	4:47pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:33am	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	10h 14m	5:47pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof
Deutsche Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	7:33am	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	10h 14m	5:47pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof
Deutsche Bahn ICE + Deutsche Bahn	Train Wifi Toilet Power outlets	8:29am	Gelsenkirchen Hbf	9h 18m	5:47pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof

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 $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

19h 25mAverage Duration

475 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$65 - $153	Average Duration19h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$98 - $208	Average Duration10h 52m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn

4.0/514 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi3.1

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi2.5

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling 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 from $98. The average price for this train route is around $170. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna?
The average train ride duration from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna is 10h 52m, covering a distance of 472 miles (760 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 32m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Gelsenkirchen to Vienna route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 4 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna?
The earliest train departs from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna at 6:59am. And 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 most timely service from Gelsenkirchen to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 traveler 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.