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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Cheapest price
$78
Average price
$275
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 6 m
Trains per day
86
Distance
766 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Vienna will cost around $275 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $78.
Of the 86 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Vienna on Wed, Jun 03, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 766 km distance in an average of 9 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 9 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 203 · ICE 929+
RE40 · RE50
ICE 109 · ICE 1229
ICE 725 · RJ 263+
79045
ICE 225 · ICE 211 · RJX 167
26800 · ICE 911 · EC 115 · RJX 161
ICE 103 · ICE 593+
RJX 67
ICE 105 · ICE 595+
RJX 69
ICE 107 · ICE 597+
RJX 261
ICE 107 · ICE 597+
RJX 261
ICE 529 · RJX 67Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $52. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 11m. 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 $52, and a flight costs an average of $95.
Distance: 475 miles (766 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$187 Average price | $242 Average price | $77 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 34m Average total duration 10h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration Fastest 3h 11m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 45m Average total duration 11h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Düsseldorf to Vienna:
A bus is $110 (€89) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Vienna costing on average $187 (€151).
A bus is $166 (€134) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Vienna costing on average $242 (€195).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 4m.
Bus takes on average 11h 15m.
Tickets start at around $187 (€151) compared to roughly $83 (€67) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-104.08 (€-84.00). The journey takes 10h 4m versus 9h 53m 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 Düsseldorf to Vienna trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 921 · ICE 827+ 965 | Delayed 12:43 AM 2:43 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 13h09 | 3:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 921 · ICE 827 · ICE 21+ RE41 | Delayed 12:43 AM 2:43 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 10h04 | 12:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 921 · ICE 827+ 963 | Delayed 12:43 AM 2:43 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 11h09 | 1:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 921 · ICE 827 · ICE 21+ IC 641 | Delayed 12:43 AM 2:43 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 10h44 | 1:27 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
ICE 921 · ICE 827+ 967 | Delayed 12:43 AM 2:43 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 17h09 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 527+ 967 | Delayed 5:24 AM 7:22 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 12h30 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 513 · ICE 25 · ICE 915 · ICE 119 | 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h01 | 7:27 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
ICE 513 · ICE 25 · ICE 915 · ICE 119 | 7:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h37 | 7:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
ICE 529 · RJX 67 | Delayed 6:24 AM 8:22 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h10 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 529+ RJX 67 · RJX 867 | Delayed 6:24 AM 8:22 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h35 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 529+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | Delayed 6:24 AM 8:22 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h41 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 529+ RJX 67 | Delayed 6:24 AM 8:22 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h10 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 529+ 967 | Delayed 6:24 AM 8:22 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 11h30 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 529+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | Delayed 6:24 AM 8:22 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 10h05 | 6:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | Delayed 6:33 AM 8:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 10h00 | 6:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593+ RJX 67 · RJX 867 | Delayed 6:33 AM 8:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h30 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593+ RJX 67 | Delayed 6:33 AM 8:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h05 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593+ 967 | Delayed 6:33 AM 8:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 11h25 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | Delayed 6:33 AM 8:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h36 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 103 · IC 1940 · ICE 595+ 967 | Delayed 6:33 AM 8:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 11h25 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 165 | On time 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h26 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 915+ RE5+ IC 743 | On time 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h57 | 7:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 915+ RE5 · RJX 165 | On time 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h26 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 915+ RE5 · RJX 165+ RJ 555 | On time 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h51 | 6:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 915+ RE5+ IC 743 | On time 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h21 | 7:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 915+ 967 | On time 9:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h46 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 621+ 967 | On time 9:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h30 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 623 · RJX 69 | On time 10:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h10 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 623+ RJX 69 · RJX 869 | On time 10:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h35 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 623+ RJX 69 | On time 10:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h10 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 105 · ICE 1225 | Delayed 8:33 AM 10:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h20 | 7:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 105 · ICE 595+ RJX 69 · RJX 869 | Delayed 8:33 AM 10:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h30 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 105 · ICE 595+ RJX 69 | Delayed 8:33 AM 10:27 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h05 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 225 · ICE 211 · RJX 167 | Delayed 8:50 AM 10:47 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h45 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 225+ RE5+ IC 747 | Delayed 8:50 AM 10:47 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 10h40 | 9:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 225+ RE5+ IC 747 | Delayed 8:50 AM 10:47 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 10h16 | 9:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 225+ RE5 · RJX 567 | Delayed 8:50 AM 10:47 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 10h10 | 8:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 225+ RE5 · RJX 567 | Delayed 8:50 AM 10:47 AMDüsseldorf Hbf | 9h45 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 627 · RJX 261 | On time 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h10 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 627+ RJX 261+ RJ 757 | On time 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h35 | 9:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 627+ RJX 261+ IC 749 | On time 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h41 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 627+ RJX 261 | On time 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h10 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 627+ RJX 261+ IC 749 | On time 12:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h05 | 10:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 107 · ICE 597+ RJX 261+ RJ 757 | 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h30 | 9:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 107 · ICE 597+ IC 749+ RJX 261 | On time 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h36 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 107 · ICE 597+ RJX 261+ IC 749 | 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h00 | 10:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 107 · ICE 597+ RJX 261 | On time 12:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h05 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919 · EC 213 · RJX 169 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h26 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919+ EC 213+ RJX 169 · RJX 569 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h51 | 10:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 919+ EC 213+ IC 841 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h57 | 11:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919+ EC 213+ RJX 169 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h26 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919+ EC 213+ IC 841+ S 7 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h35 | 11:41 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
ICE 629 · IC 406 | On time 1:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h54 | 11:16 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 629 · IC 406 | On time 1:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h51 | 11:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 519 · RJX 663+ 79039 | On time 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h06 | 11:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 109 · ICE 1229 | On time 2:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h20 | 11:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 613 · ICE 929+ RE40 · RE50 | 5:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 14h32 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 6 transfers | |
ICE 613 · ICE 929+ RE40 · RE50 | 5:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 15h01 | 8:27 AM Vienna Airport | 6 transfers | |
ICE 729+ RE5 · RJX 769 | 6:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h35 | 7:57 AM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 203 · ICE 929+ RE40 · RE50 | 6:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h05 | 7:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 6 transfers | |
ICE 203 · ICE 929+ RE40 · RE50 | 6:27 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h31 | 7:58 AM Vienna Hbf | 6 transfers | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
ICE 921 · ICE 827 · ICE 21+ IC 641 | 2:43 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h44 | 1:27 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
ICE 921 · ICE 827 · ICE 21+ RE41 | 2:43 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h04 | 12:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
26848 · ICE 521 · RJX 63 | On time 3:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h52 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 521+ RJX 63 | On time 3:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h52 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 521+ RJX 63+ IC 643 | 3:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h23 | 2:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 521+ RJX 63+ IC 643 | 3:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h47 | 2:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 521+ RJX 63 · RJX 863 | 3:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h17 | 1:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 911+ EC 115+ IC 645 | 4:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h23 | 3:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 911+ EC 115+ IC 645 | 4:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h47 | 3:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 911+ EC 115+ RJX 161 | 4:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h52 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE1+ ICE 911+ EC 115+ RJX 161 | 4:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h17 | 2:57 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
26800 · ICE 911 · EC 115 · RJX 161 | 4:40 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h52 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 1221 | On time 5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h21 | 3:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
ICE 525 · RJX 65 | On time 6:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h10 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 525+ RJX 65 · RJX 865 | On time 6:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h35 | 3:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 525+ RJX 65 | On time 6:22 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h10 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 101 · ICE 1221 | On time 6:27 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h20 | 3:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 913 · ICE 117+ RJX 767+ RJ 113 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h51 | 4:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 117+ IC 649 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h57 | 5:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 117+ IC 649 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h21 | 5:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 117+ RJX 767 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h26 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 117 · RJX 767 | On time 7:06 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h26 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Vienna run on average 14 times per day, taking around 10h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€61) but you can travel from only $52 (€42) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 475 miles (766 km) distance in 9h 10m.
Distance 475 miles (766 km) |
Average train duration 10h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€61) |
Trains per day 14 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 10m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 49 days |
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Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Major art museum with graphic arts, Monet to Picasso highlights, and strong temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Baroque palace museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, plus Austrian art from the Middle Ages to today.
The city’s walkable core, filled with imperial streets, churches, and squares. Essential for first-time visitors.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with major public buildings, ideal for a classic walking route and architectural overview.
Vienna’s central square around St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a busy meeting point and key orientation spot in the old city.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef in broth, classically served with apple horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes. A hallmark of old Viennese cuisine.
Austrian-style fried chicken, especially associated with Viennese cooking, with a crunchy coating and often served with salad or lemon.
Leading fine-dining destination in Stadtpark, known for modern Austrian cuisine, polished service, and an elegant setting.
Popular classic Viennese inn serving schnitzel, goulash, and seasonal Austrian dishes in a cozy traditional space.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel, with a lively traditional atmosphere in the city center.
Vienna is pricier than many Central European cities, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport and casual eats are reasonable.
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