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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
Cheapest price
$208
Average price
$214
Fastest journey
13 h 14 m
Average duration
13 h 26 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
886 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Groningen to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Groningen to Vienna will cost around $214 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $208.
It's difficult to get from Groningen to Vienna without transferring at least 4 times.
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 629
RE 6132 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 629
IC 528 · ICE 123 · ICE 629 · EC 1219
RE 6132 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 919
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 919
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123
RE 6132 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 919
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 629
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Groningen to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $73. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 12h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $73, and a train costs an average of $95.
Distance: 550 miles (886 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$165 Average price | $100 Average price Cheapest | $88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 41m Average total duration Fastest 12h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 27m Average total duration 17h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Groningen to Vienna:
A bus is $64 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Groningen to Vienna costing on average $165 (€134).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 11m.
Bus takes on average 17h 57m.
Tickets start at around $165 (€134) compared to roughly $88 (€72) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-77.05 (€-62.94). The journey takes 12h 11m versus 11h 4m 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 Groningen to Vienna trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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IC 520 · ICE 225 · RJX 261 | On time 6:18 AM Groningen station | 15h14 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 520 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 · RJX 19917 | 6:18 AM Groningen station | 14h14 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE 6124 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 · RJX 261 | On time 7:05 AM Groningen Europapark | 14h27 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE 6124 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 | 7:05 AM Groningen Europapark | 13h27 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
37617 · IC 524 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 | 7:10 AM Groningen Europapark | 13h22 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 524 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 · RJX 261 | On time 7:18 AM Groningen station | 14h14 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 524 · IC 3625 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 | 7:18 AM Groningen station | 13h14 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RE 6126 · IC 17923 · ICE 143 · ICE 587 | On time 7:35 AM Groningen Europapark | 13h57 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
37619 · IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 143 | On time 7:40 AM Groningen Europapark | 13h52 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
IC 726 · RE RS23 · ICE 143 · ICE 587 | On time 7:48 AM Groningen station | 13h44 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 528 · ICE 123 · ICE 629 · EC 1219 | On time 8:18 AM Groningen station | 14h29 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 528 · ICE 123 · ICE 919 · EC 213 | 8:18 AM Groningen station | 14h14 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
RE 6132 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 919 | 9:05 AM Groningen Europapark | 13h27 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
RE 6132 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 629 | On time 9:05 AM Groningen Europapark | 13h42 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | On time 9:10 AM Groningen Europapark | 13h37 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
37625 · IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 | 9:10 AM Groningen Europapark | 13h22 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 6 transfers | |
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 629 | On time 9:18 AM Groningen station | 13h29 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 532 · IC 3633 · ICE 123 · ICE 919 | 9:18 AM Groningen station | 13h14 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
RE 6134 · IC 17931 · ICE 145 · ICE 589 | 9:35 AM Groningen Europapark | 14h28 | 12:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
37627 · IC 734 · RE RS23 · ICE 145 | 9:40 AM Groningen Europapark | 14h23 | 12:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 6 transfers | |
IC 734 · RE RS23 · ICE 145 · ICE 589 | 9:48 AM Groningen station | 14h15 | 12:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 5 transfers | |
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Trains from Groningen to Vienna run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $95 (€78) but you can travel from only $73 (€59) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:28, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 550 miles (886 km) distance in 13h 22m.
Distance 550 miles (886 km) |
Average train duration 12h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $95 (€78) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 13h 22m |
First train 12:28 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
A major art museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, housed in the historic Belvedere palaces and gardens.
A leading museum for graphic arts and major temporary exhibitions, with a celebrated collection and central location by the State Opera.
The UNESCO-listed old town is the essential area for first-time visitors, filled with major sights, elegant streets, and imperial atmosphere.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with monumental buildings, ideal for walking, tram rides, and understanding the city’s imperial urban design.
Formal imperial gardens and viewpoints around Schönbrunn Palace, ideal for walking and among the city’s most photogenic open spaces.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef simmered in broth and served with classic sides such as apple-horseradish and chive sauce. It is one of Vienna’s most traditional imperial dishes.
A rich Viennese beef goulash, typically served with sausage, fried egg, and pickles. It is a hearty tavern favorite with roots in the city’s working-class cuisine.
One of Vienna’s leading fine dining restaurants, offering modern Austrian cuisine with exceptional technique and a refined park-side setting.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Well-known traditional restaurant celebrated for Tafelspitz and refined boiled beef dishes, with polished service and a classic atmosphere.
Prices are higher than in much of Central Europe. Museums, hotels, and dining add up, but public transport is good value.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares. Small tips are appreciated in cafés and bars.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Groningen 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 Groningen to Vienna trains use the Groningen, Hoofdstation to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Groningen and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Groningen, Hoofdstation has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
ATMs are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
Available at Groningen, Hoofdstation: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen, Hoofdstation: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen, Hoofdstation.
Groningen Noord is 1 km from Groningen city centre. Public transport options include:
Groningen Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Groningen Noord.
Available at Groningen Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen Noord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen Noord: Ramps.
Groningen 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: De Drie Gezusters, Mr. Mofongo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Groningen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Groningen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Groningen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Groningen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Groningen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Groningen Hotel, The Student Hotel Groningen, City Hotel Groningen.
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.
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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