- 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 19
€22
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€22
Fastest journey on Sep 19
4 h 58 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
4 h 58 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
286 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gliwice to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Gliwice to Vienna will cost around €22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €22.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Gliwice to Vienna, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 286 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 58 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Gliwice to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €25 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 21m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €25, while a flight costs an average of €268.
Distance: 177 miles (286 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€25 Average price Cheapest | €37 Average price | €268 Average price | €78 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 25m Average total duration 5h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Gliwice to Vienna:
A train is €12 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Gliwice to Vienna costing on average €37.
A train is €243 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Gliwice to Vienna costing on average €268.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 23m.
Bus takes on average 5h 55m.
Tickets start at around €25 compared to roughly €78 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €53. The journey takes 4h 23m versus 3h 38m 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.
Direct services run with PKP Intercity.
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 Gliwice to Vienna 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:20 PM Gliwice | 4h58 | 7:18 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Gliwice to Vienna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:27, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 177 miles (286 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 177 miles (286 km) |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 5m |
First train 2:27 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
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World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Gliwice 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 Gliwice to Vienna trains use the Bohumín to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Gliwice and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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