- 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 Sep 20
$98
Average ticket price on Sep 20
$168
Fastest journey on Sep 20
7 h 55 m
Average journey duration on Sep 20
10 h 54 m
Trains on Sep 20
4
Distance
589 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bensheim to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bensheim to Vienna will cost around $168 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
It's difficult to get from Bensheim to Vienna without transferring at least once.
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Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bensheim to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $59 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, while a flight costs an average of $444.
Distance: 365 miles (589 km)
| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$182 Average price | $444 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $152 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 12h 18m Average total duration 11h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.5kg 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 Bensheim to Vienna:
A bus is $123 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bensheim to Vienna costing on average $182.
A bus is $385 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bensheim to Vienna costing on average $444.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 40m.
Bus takes on average 11h 48m.
You'll arrive about 9m sooner (7h 40m by train vs 7h 49m by car). Tickets start at around $182 compared to roughly $152 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Bensheim to Vienna trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 117+ RJX19977 | 8:45 AM Bensheim station | 7h47 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 117+ IC 649 | 8:45 AM Bensheim station | 8h18 | 5:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 117+ IC 649 | 8:45 AM Bensheim station | 8h42 | 5:27 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
ICE 117+ RJX19977+ RJ 113 | 8:45 AM Bensheim station | 8h12 | 4:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Bensheim to Vienna run on average 20 times per day, taking around 7h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $86 but you can travel from only $48 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 365 miles (589 km) distance in 6h 49m.
Distance 365 miles (589 km) |
Average train duration 7h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $86 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 6h 49m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bensheim 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 Bensheim to Vienna trains use the Bensheim to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Bensheim and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bensheim 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: Cafe Schmitt, Taverna Quick, Rossini, Walderdorffer Hof
Wi-Fi is available at Bensheim. ATMs are available at Bensheim.
Ticket office support is available at Bensheim. Information desks are available at Bensheim.
Luggage storage is available at Bensheim. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Bensheim: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Bensheim: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bensheim.
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.
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