- 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 01
$77
Average ticket price on Sep 01
$176
Fastest journey on Sep 01
10 h
Average journey duration on Sep 01
10 h 3 m
Trains on Sep 01
34
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 $176 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
It's difficult to get from Düsseldorf to Vienna without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 23 · ICE 913 · ICE 1215+
IC 649
ICE 23 · ICE 913 · ICE 1215
26848 · ICE 911 · EC 1213
26848 · ICE 911 · EC 115 · RJX 186
ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977
S8 · 17410 · ICE 915 · ICE 119
S8 · 17418 · ICE 919 · EC 213
ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977
ICE 913 · ICE 1215+
RJX19977
S8 · 17410 · ICE 915 · EC 1217Omio 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 an average ticket price of $82 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $82, while a flight costs an average of $474.
Distance: 475 miles (766 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$200 Average price | $474 Average price | $82 Average price Cheapest | $83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 57m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 15h 38m Average total duration 15h 8m 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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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 $119 (€96) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Düsseldorf to Vienna costing on average $200 (€162).
A bus is $393 (€318) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Düsseldorf to Vienna costing on average $474 (€384).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 23m.
Bus takes on average 15h 8m.
You'll arrive about 30m sooner (9h 23m by train vs 9h 53m by car). Tickets start at around $200 (€162) compared to roughly $83 (€67) 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 Düsseldorf to Vienna trains for today, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 919 · EC 1219 | On time 12:14 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h33 | 10:47 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
ICE 919 · EC 213 · RJX 19919 | On time 12:14 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h18 | 10:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919+ RJX19919+ EC 213 | On time 12:14 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h18 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919+ RJX19919+ EC 213 | On time 12:14 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h43 | 10:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919+ EC 1219 | On time 12:14 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h33 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
S8 · 17418 · ICE 629 · EC 1219 | On time 12:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h15 | 10:47 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
S8 · 17418 · ICE 919 · EC 213 | 12:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h00 | 10:32 PM Vienna | 4 transfers | |
S8 · 17418 · ICE 2529 · EC 1219 | On time 12:32 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h15 | 10:47 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
S1 · ICE 519 · RJX 13483+ 79039 | 12:45 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h47 | 11:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
ICE 919 · EC 213 · RJX 19919 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h26 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919 · EC 1219 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h41 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 919+ RJX19919+ EC 213 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h51 | 10:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919+ RJX19919+ EC 213 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h26 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 919+ CJX 9+ S 7+ EC 1219 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h35 | 11:41 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 919+ EC 1219 | On time 1:06 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h41 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 629 · EC 1219 | 1:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h25 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 629+ CJX 9+ EC 1219+ S 7 | 1:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h19 | 11:41 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 629+ EC 1219 | 1:22 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 9h25 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 229 · ICE 519+ RE5 · RJX13483 | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h06 | 11:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 229 · ICE 519 · RJX 13483+ 79039 | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h06 | 11:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 229 · ICE 519+ RJ 1293+ IC 843 | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h37 | 12:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 229 · ICE 519+ RJ 1293+ IC 843 | 1:26 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h15 | 12:41 AM Vienna Airport | 5 transfers | |
ICE 721+ RE5 · RJX19937+ IC 2201 | Delayed 12:35 PM 1:47 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 10h48 | 12:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 721+ RE5 · RJX19937+ IC 2201 | Delayed 12:35 PM 1:47 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 11h24 | 1:11 AM Vienna Airport | 5 transfers | |
IC 2201 · ICE 721 · RJX 19937+ 79041 | 1:47 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h48 | 12:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 721+ RE5 · RJX19937+ IC 2201 | Delayed 12:35 PM 1:47 PMDüsseldorf Hbf | 11h24 | 1:11 AM Vienna Airport | 5 transfers | |
RE5+ ICE 109 · ICE 599+ RE5 | 1:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h37 | 12:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
28519 · ICE 109 · ICE 599 · RJX 19937 | 1:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h37 | 12:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RE5+ ICE 109 · ICE 599+ RE5 | 1:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h13 | 1:11 AM Vienna Airport | 6 transfers | |
RE5+ ICE 109 · ICE 599+ RE5 | 1:58 PM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h13 | 1:11 AM Vienna Airport | 6 transfers | |
Bus RE5 · 25402 · ICE 827 · RJX 63 | On time 1:30 AM Düsseldorf | 12h02 | 1:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
Bus RE19 · ICE 523 · RJX 65 | On time 3:30 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h02 | 3:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
Bus RE5 · 17305 · ICE 911 · EC 1213 | On time 3:40 AM Düsseldorf | 11h07 | 2:47 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
Bus RE5 · 17305 · ICE 911 · EC 115 | 3:40 AM Düsseldorf | 10h52 | 2:32 PM Vienna | 4 transfers | |
26848 · ICE 911 · EC 115 · RJX 186 | 3:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h42 | 2:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
26848 · ICE 911 · EC 1213 | On time 3:50 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h57 | 2:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
26800 · 10607 · ICE 511 · RJX 65 | On time 4:43 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h49 | 3:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
ICE 23 · ICE 913 · ICE 1215+ IC 649 | 5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 12h01 | 5:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 23 · ICE 913 · ICE 1215 | 5:26 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h21 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 1215 | On time 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h15 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 913 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 | On time 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h00 | 4:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977 | On time 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h00 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977+ RJ 113 | On time 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h25 | 4:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 913 · ICE 1215+ REX17172 | On time 6:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h42 | 5:14 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
S1 · ICE 513 · RJX 67 | On time 6:45 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h47 | 5:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
ICE 25 · ICE 585+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | 6:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h29 | 8:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 25 · ICE 585+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | 6:58 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 13h05 | 8:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 119+ IC 743 | On time 8:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h16 | 7:27 PM Vienna Airport | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119+ EC 1217 | On time 8:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h36 | 6:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119+ RJX19915 | On time 8:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h21 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 119+ RJX19915+ RJ 555 | On time 8:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h46 | 6:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 119+ EC 1217+ REX17180 | On time 8:11 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 11h03 | 7:14 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
89708 · ICE 915 · EC 1217 | On time 8:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h35 | 6:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
89708 · ICE 915 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | 8:12 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h20 | 6:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
S8 · 17410 · ICE 915 · ICE 119 | 8:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h00 | 6:32 PM Vienna | 4 transfers | |
S8 · 17410 · ICE 915 · EC 1217 | On time 8:32 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h15 | 6:47 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
S1 · ICE 515 · RJX 69 | On time 8:45 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h47 | 7:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
S1 · ICE 517 · RJX 261 | On time 10:45 AM Düsseldorf Hbf | 10h47 | 9:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Düsseldorf to Vienna run on average 16 times per day, taking around 9h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) if you book in advance.
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 7h 32m.
Distance 475 miles (766 km) |
Average train duration 9h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 7h 32m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Discover the best of Vienna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vienna trip today.
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Home to Klimt’s The Kiss and outstanding Austrian art in a Baroque palace. A top stop for art lovers and one of Vienna’s signature museums.
Albertina combines major temporary shows with prints, drawings, and modern art. Its state rooms and central location make it especially appealing.
Circular boulevard lined with palaces, museums, parks, and public buildings. It is the classic route for understanding Vienna’s grand nineteenth-century core.
UNESCO-listed historic center with medieval lanes, imperial landmarks, churches, and elegant squares. Essential for first-time visitors and easy walking.
Large cultural district of museums, courtyards, seating areas, and events. It mixes major institutions with a lively urban atmosphere day and night.
Breaded veal cutlet fried until crisp, then served with lemon or potato salad. It is Vienna’s signature dish and a classic of the city’s traditional cuisine.
Slow-cooked boiled beef in broth, usually served with apple-horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes. A beloved imperial-era Viennese specialty.
Thin pancakes filled with apricot jam, quark, or curd cheese and baked with butter. A comforting dessert found in classic Viennese kitchens.
Historic restaurant by St. Stephen’s Cathedral, known for Wiener Schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in an elegant, old-Vienna setting.
Refined restaurant famous for Tafelspitz and formal Viennese dining. It offers polished service and a grand atmosphere near the Stadtpark.
Traditional beer hall serving Austrian comfort food, local beer, and hearty portions in a lively, rustic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels and dining are not cheap, but transit is good value and many sights can be enjoyed on a mid-range budget.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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 Düsseldorf to Vienna trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf 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: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Düsseldorf Flughafen is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen 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: Telefónica Kantine, Telefónica Cafeteria, Snack Point, Imbiss
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen.
Nearby hotels include Novotel, Ibis.
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal is 6 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal 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: L'Osteria, Bauernstube Deppe, Luxor Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Flughafen Terminal.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Düsseldorf Airport Hotel, Lindner Airport, Hotel Maritim.
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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