The cheapest and fastest trains from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€54
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€138
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
7 h 18 m
Trains on Sep 19
20
Distance
494 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf will cost around €138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.
It's difficult to get from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf without transferring at least once.
ICE 501 · RJX 186+
790136:24 AM8h08Erfurt Hbf2:32 PMVienna Hbf€541One-way2 transfers
ICE 601 · RJX 19937+
790414:35 PM8h00Erfurt Hbf12:35 AMVienna Hbf€711One-way2 transfers
ICE 603 · RJ 263+
790456:35 PM8h45Erfurt Hbf3:20 AMVienna Hbf€811One-way2 transfers
ICE 1501 · EC 115 · RJX 1867:14 AM7h18Erfurt Hbf2:32 PMVienna Hbf€1061One-way2 transfers
ICE 1501 · EC 12137:14 AM7h33Erfurt Hbf2:47 PMVienna Hbf€1061One-way1 transfer
ICE 1501 · EC 115 · RJX 1867:14 AM7h18Erfurt Hbf2:32 PMVienna Hbf€1061One-way2 transfers
ICE 1509 · EC 213 · RJX 199193:14 PM7h18Erfurt Hbf10:32 PMVienna Hbf€1061One-way2 transfers
ICE 1007 · RJX 6912:14 PM7h18Erfurt Hbf7:32 PMVienna Hbf€1401One-way1 transfer
ICE 1507 · ICE 211 · RJX 199171:14 PM7h18Erfurt Hbf8:32 PMVienna Hbf€1201One-way2 transfers
ICE 1009 · RJX 2612:14 PM7h18Erfurt Hbf9:32 PMVienna Hbf€1201One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 6h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a train costs an average of €116.
Distance: 306 miles (494 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€116 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest | €114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 48m Average total duration Fastest 6h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf:
A bus is €63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf costing on average €116.
Other travel options to Vienna Hbf take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 47m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (6h 18m by train vs 6h 32m by car). Tickets start at around €116 compared to roughly €114 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.
Direct services run with Deutsche Bahn.
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.
Live departures
Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 905 · ICE 1211 | Delayed 1:18 AM 3:05 AMErfurt Hbf | 9h42 | 12:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 905 · 4001 · RJX 61 | Delayed 1:18 AM 3:18 AMErfurt Hbf | 8h14 | 10:28 AM 10:28 AMVienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 905 · ICE 1211 | Delayed 1:18 AM 3:18 AMErfurt Hbf | 9h29 | 11:02 AM 11:02 AMVienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 904 · EC 459 · RJ 277 · EC 103 | Delayed 1:20 AM 3:20 AMErfurt Hbf | 10h29 | 1:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 459 · EC 103+ RJ 277+ ICE 904 | Delayed 3:49 AM 3:34 AMErfurt Hbf | 10h15 | 2:38 AM 2:38 AMVienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 904 · EC 459 · RJ 277 · EC 103 | 3:20 AM Erfurt Hbf | 10h29 | 1:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 501 · RJX 186+ 79013 | On time 6:24 AM Erfurt Hbf | 8h08 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1501 · EC 115 · RJX 186 | On time 7:14 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h18 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1501 · EC 1213 | On time 7:14 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h33 | 2:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 65+ IC 647+ ICE 1003 | 8:14 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h49 | 4:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 65+ ICE 1003 | 8:14 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h18 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1503 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977 | 9:14 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h18 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1503 · ICE 1215 | 9:14 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h33 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 67+ IC 741+ ICE 1005 · ICE 583 | 10:14 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h49 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RJX 67+ ICE 1005 | 10:14 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h18 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1505 · EC 1217 | On time 11:14 AM Erfurt Hbf | 7h33 | 6:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1007 · RJX 69 | On time 12:14 PM Erfurt Hbf | 7h18 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1507 · ICE 211 · RJX 19917 | On time 1:14 PM Erfurt Hbf | 7h18 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1009 · RJX 261 | On time 2:14 PM Erfurt Hbf | 7h18 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1509 · EC 213 · RJX 19919 | On time 3:14 PM Erfurt Hbf | 7h18 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1509 · EC 1219 | On time 3:14 PM Erfurt Hbf | 7h33 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1205 · RJX 19937 | Delayed 2:19 PM 3:59 PMErfurt Hbf | 8h36 | 12:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 601 · RJX 19937+ 79041 | Delayed 2:52 PM 4:35 PMErfurt Hbf | 8h00 | 12:35 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 603 · RJ 263+ 79045 | Delayed 4:52 PM 6:35 PMErfurt Hbf | 8h45 | 3:20 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Trains from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf run on average 8 times per day, taking around 6h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €38 but you can travel from only €36 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:09, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 306 miles (494 km) distance in 5h 26m.
Distance 306 miles (494 km) |
Average train duration 6h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 26m |
First train 1:09 AM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, agilis, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, agilis, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), EuroNight, ÖBB | Nightjet trains will get you between Erfurt Hbf and Vienna Hbf from €36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Nightjet
EuroNight
agilis
FAQs: Trains from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf 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 Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf
Most Erfurt Hbf to Vienna Hbf trains use the Erfurt Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Erfurt Hbf and Vienna Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Erfurt Hbf from Erfurt city centre
Erfurt Hbf train station facilities and services
Erfurt 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 and drink
Food options include: Istanbul Grill, McDonald's, Masala, Planet Comics
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Erfurt Hbf. ATMs are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Erfurt Hbf. Information desks are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Erfurt Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Erfurt Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Erfurt Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Krämerbrücke, Intercity Hotel, Pension am Dom, Best Western Plus Hotel Excelsior.
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
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