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Kunsthistorisches Museum
World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Greifswald to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from kr503. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 11h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr503, and a train costs an average of kr491.
Distance: 426 miles (686 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr776 Average price | kr672 Average price Cheapest | kr1872 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 2m Average total duration Fastest 11h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 4m Average total duration 12h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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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 Greifswald to Vienna:
A bus is kr104 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Greifswald to Vienna costing on average kr776.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 32m.
Bus takes on average 12h 34m.
Tickets start at around kr776 compared to roughly kr1872 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about kr1096. The journey takes 11h 32m versus 9h 35m 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.
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Trains from Greifswald to Vienna run on average 13 times per day, taking around 11h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at kr491 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 426 miles (686 km) distance in 11h 19m.
Distance 426 miles (686 km) |
Average train duration 11h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price kr491 |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 11h 19m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 2 days |
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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.
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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 Greifswald 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 Greifswald to Vienna trains use the Greifswald to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Greifswald and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Greifswald is 1 km from Greifswald city centre. Public transport options include:
Greifswald 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: Alter Speicher, Stadtbäckerei Junge, Caféhaus Marimar, Fritz Braugasthaus
Wi-Fi is available at Greifswald. ATMs are available at Greifswald.
Ticket office support is available at Greifswald. Information desks are available at Greifswald.
Luggage storage is available at Greifswald. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Greifswald: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Greifswald: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Greifswald.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Adler, Alter Speicher, Hotel am Dom, Kronprinz.
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 Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
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