- Must visit
Kunsthistorisches Museum
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Cheapest price on Oct 16
$90
Average ticket price on Oct 16
$244
Fastest journey on Oct 16
10 h 14 m
Average journey duration on Oct 16
10 h 25 m
Trains on Oct 16
16
Distance
795 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Aachen to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aachen to Vienna will cost around $244 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $90.
It's difficult to get from Aachen to Vienna without transferring at least 2 times.
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26813 · ICE 515 · RJX 69
10909 · ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 165
10909 · ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 165
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ICE 915 · ICE 119+
RJX 165
10909 · ICE 915 · EC 1217
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ICE 915 · ICE 119+
RJX 165Trains from Aachen to Vienna run on average 14 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $48 but you can travel from only $29 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 493 miles (795 km) distance in 8h 1m.
Distance 493 miles (795 km) |
Average train duration 9h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $48 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 8h 1m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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10909 · ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h14 | 6:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
RE9+ ICE 915+ EC 1217+ REX 7 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h57 | 7:15 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE9+ ICE 915 · ICE 119+ RJX 165 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h39 | 6:57 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
10909 · ICE 915 · EC 1217 | On time 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h29 | 6:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
RE9+ ICE 915+ EC 1217 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h29 | 6:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE9+ ICE 915 · ICE 119+ RJX 165 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h14 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
26813 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 | On time 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h41 | 7:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 515+ RJX 69 | 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h41 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 515+ RJX 69 · RJX13479 | 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h06 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 515+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h12 | 8:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 | 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 12h36 | 9:27 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 515+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h36 | 8:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 27 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 | 8:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 12h12 | 9:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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Service is often included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants add about 5-10%; round up in cafes and taxis.
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Vienna Hbf -> Stephansplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aachen to Vienna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Aachen to Vienna trains use the Aachen Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Aachen and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Aachen Hbf is 1 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Louisiana, Dakashi sushi, Zitalia
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen Hbf. ATMs are available at Aachen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen Hbf. Information desks are available at Aachen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Bestprice Hotel.
Aachen West has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Chico Mendes, Pizzeria Pont Pascha, Vielharmonie, Polonia
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen West. ATMs are available at Aachen West.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen West. Information desks are available at Aachen West.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen West. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen West: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen West: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen West.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
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