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Kunsthistorisches Museum
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.

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Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$175
Fastest journey
10h 41m
Average duration
12h 3m
Trains per day
45
Distance
795 km
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $49. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 41m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, and a train costs an average of $65.
Distance: 493 miles (795 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$165 Average price | $152 Average price | $80 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
11h 6m Average total duration 10h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 9m Average total duration 14h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.4 - 4.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Aachen to Vienna:
A bus is $72 (€59) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Aachen to Vienna costing on average $152 (€125).
A bus is $85 (€70) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Vienna costing on average $165 (€135).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 36m.
Bus takes on average 14h 39m.
Tickets start at around $165 (€135) compared to roughly $27 (€22) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-137.86 (€-113.12). The journey takes 10h 36m versus 9h 0m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Aachen to Vienna trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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92107 · S19 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 | On time 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h14 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 27 · ICE 225 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 12h45 | 9:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 515+ RJX 69 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 12h09 | 8:27 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 27 · ICE 225 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 13h09 | 9:27 PM Vienna Airport | 5 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 515+ RJX 69 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h39 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 515+ RJX 69 | On time 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h14 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 515+ RJX 69 | 8:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h45 | 8:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 2013 · ICE 517 | 9:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 12h45 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 2013 · ICE 517 | 9:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 13h09 | 10:27 PM Vienna Airport | 5 transfers | |
ICE 13 · ICE 625 · RJX 261 | On time 9:45 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h47 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 13 · ICE 625 · RJX 261 | On time 9:50 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h42 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 13 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 · RJX 19917 | On time 9:50 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h42 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 225 · ICE 211+ RJX19957 | 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h41 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 225 · ICE 211+ IC 747 | 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h36 | 9:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 2013 · ICE 517+ RJX 261 | 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 12h36 | 10:27 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 225 · ICE 211+ IC 747 | 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h12 | 9:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 225 · ICE 211+ RJX19957 | 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h06 | 8:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 2013 · ICE 517+ RJX 261 | 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 12h12 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
91987 · S19 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 | 9:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h41 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
92111 · S19 · ICE 517 · RJX 261 | On time 10:18 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h14 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 517+ RJX 261 | On time 10:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h41 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 517+ RJX 261+ IC 749 | 10:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h12 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 517+ RJX 261+ IC 749 | 10:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h36 | 10:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 517+ RJX 261+ RJ 757 | 10:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h06 | 9:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 629+ EC 1219+ CJX 9 | 11:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h50 | 11:41 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 919+ EC 213+ RJX19919 | 11:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 11h06 | 10:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 629+ EC 1219 | 11:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h56 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 919+ EC 213+ RJX19919 | 11:51 AM Aachen Hbf | 10h41 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 519+ RE5 | 12:18 PM Aachen Hbf | 11h53 | 12:11 AM Vienna Airport | 6 transfers | |
92115 · S19 · ICE 519+ 79039 | 12:18 PM Aachen Hbf | 11h14 | 11:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 519+ RE5 | 12:18 PM Aachen Hbf | 11h14 | 11:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 519+ IC 843 | 12:18 PM Aachen Hbf | 11h45 | 12:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RE9 · DB S19+ ICE 519+ IC 843 | 12:18 PM Aachen Hbf | 12h23 | 12:41 AM Vienna Airport | 6 transfers | |
26423 · ICE 725+ 79045+ RJ 263 | 2:21 PM Aachen Hbf | 12h59 | 3:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
92025 · S19 · ICE 725+ 79045 | 2:51 PM Aachen Hbf | 12h29 | 3:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RE1 · DB S19+ ICE 725+ RE5 | 2:51 PM Aachen Hbf | 12h29 | 3:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
92121 · S19 · ICE 201 · ICE 691 | 3:18 PM Aachen Hbf | 12h02 | 3:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 1015+ RE5 · RJX 769 | 5:51 PM Aachen Hbf | 14h06 | 7:57 AM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
26431 · ICE 957 · RJ 479 · RJ 273 | 6:21 PM Aachen Hbf | 15h28 | 9:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
NJ 469 | 9:10 PM Aachen Hbf | 13h03 | 10:13 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
NJ 469+ RJ 657 | 9:10 PM Aachen Hbf | 13h47 | 10:57 AM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
ICE 319 · ICE 619 · RJX 61 | On time 9:48 PM Aachen Hbf | 13h44 | 11:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
92135 · S19 · ICE 619 · RJX 61 | On time 10:18 PM Aachen Hbf | 13h14 | 11:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 619+ RJX 61 · RJX19981 | 10:51 PM Aachen Hbf | 13h06 | 11:57 AM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 619+ RJX 61 | On time 10:51 PM Aachen Hbf | 12h41 | 11:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Aachen to Vienna run on average 16 times per day, taking around 10h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€53) but you can travel from only $28 (€23) 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 9h 41m.
Distance 493 miles (795 km) |
Average train duration 10h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€53) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 9h 41m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Best time to book 21 days |
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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.
Aachen-Rothe Erde is 2 km from Aachen city centre. Public transport options include:
Aachen-Rothe Erde 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: Eiscafé am Elsassplatz, Kennedy Grill, Közde Kebap, Imbiss & Kneipe, Zeppelin Eck
Wi-Fi is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. ATMs are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Ticket office support is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Information desks are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
Luggage storage is available at Aachen-Rothe Erde. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Aachen-Rothe Erde: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Aachen-Rothe Erde.
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 Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
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