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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
Take a flight from Erfurt to Vienna and enjoy the approximately 306 miles (493 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest flight runs at 06:00, the last at 17:10.
Distance 306 miles (493 km) |
Average flight duration 1h 10m |
First flight 6:00 AM |
Last flight 5:10 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 5 days |
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a train costs an average of $51.
Distance: 306 miles (493 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$153 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $147 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 9m Average total duration Fastest 7h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Erfurt to Vienna:
A bus is $91 (€75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt to Vienna costing on average $153 (€126).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 39m.
Bus takes on average 8h 5m.
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Formal imperial gardens and viewpoints around Schönbrunn Palace, ideal for walking and among the city’s most photogenic open spaces.
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Prices are higher than in much of Central Europe. Museums, hotels, and dining add up, but public transport is good value.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and bars.
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Vienna International Airport, Vienna -> Wien Mitte, Vienna
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