- 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
$47
Average price
$120
Fastest journey
9 h 5 m
Average duration
9 h 5 m
Trains per day
67
Distance
660 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Vienna will cost around $120 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 67 trains that leave Hanover for Vienna on Wed, Aug 26, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 the direct trains cover the 660 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 5 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 9 h 5 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.
ICE 781 · EC 1213
ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 186
NJ 493
ICE 581 · RJX 65
ICE 783 · ICE 1215
ICE 585+
RJX 69
ICE 583+
RJX 67
ICE 781+
EC 115+
RJX 186
ICE 581 · RJX 65
ICE 581+
RJX 65Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $43. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 47m. 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 $43, and a flight costs an average of $77.
Distance: 410 miles (660 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$198 Average price | $577 Average price | $81 Average price Cheapest | $88 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 18m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 13h 10m Average total duration 12h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Hanover to Vienna:
A bus is $117 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Vienna costing on average $198.
A bus is $496 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Vienna costing on average $577.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 48m.
Bus takes on average 12h 40m.
You'll arrive about 18m sooner (8h 48m by train vs 9h 6m by car). Tickets start at around $198 compared to roughly $88 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, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE.
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 Hanover to Vienna trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 149+ EN 40457+ IC 407+ RJ 821 | 6:04 PM Hanover Hbf | 11h53 | 5:57 AM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 149+ EN 40457+ IC 407 | 6:04 PM Hanover Hbf | 11h21 | 5:25 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 26 | |||||
ICE 1081+ RJX 61 | 12:03 AM Hanover Hbf | 11h29 | 11:32 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1081+ RJX 61+ IC 641 | 12:03 AM Hanover Hbf | 13h24 | 1:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1081 · ICE 1211 | 12:03 AM Hanover Hbf | 12h44 | 12:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1081+ RJX 61 · RJX19981 | 12:03 AM Hanover Hbf | 11h54 | 11:57 AM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
NJ 471+ ICE 827+ RJX 63 · RJX19983 | 12:30 AM Hanover Hbf | 13h27 | 1:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IC 60471+ ICE 827+ RJX 63 · RJX19983 | 12:30 AM Hanover Hbf | 13h27 | 1:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
IC 60471+ ICE 827+ RJX 63 | 12:30 AM Hanover Hbf | 13h02 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
NJ 471+ ICE 827+ RJX 63 | 12:30 AM Hanover Hbf | 13h02 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 781+ EC 115+ RJX 186 | On time 5:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 781 · EC 1213 | On time 5:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h20 | 2:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 781+ EC 115+ IC 645 | On time 5:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 10h00 | 3:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 781 · EC 115 · RJX 186 | On time 5:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 781+ EC 1213 | On time 5:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h20 | 2:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 781+ EC 115+ RJX 186+ RJ 551 | On time 5:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h30 | 2:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 581 · RJX 65 | On time 6:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 581+ RJX 65 | On time 6:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 581+ RJX 65 · RJX19985 | On time 6:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h30 | 3:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 581+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | On time 6:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h36 | 4:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 581+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | On time 6:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 10h00 | 4:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977+ RJ 113 | On time 7:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h30 | 4:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215+ IC 649 | On time 7:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 10h00 | 5:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215 | On time 7:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h20 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215 | On time 7:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h20 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215+ RJX19977 | On time 7:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 783 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 | On time 7:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 583+ RJX 67 · RJX13477 | On time 8:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h30 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 583+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | On time 8:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h36 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 583+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | On time 8:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 10h00 | 6:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 583+ RJX 67 | On time 8:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 583+ EC 1217 | On time 8:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 10h20 | 6:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 583 · RJX 67 | On time 8:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 5:32 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | 9:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 11h00 | 8:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69 · RJX13479 | On time 10:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h30 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69 | On time 10:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | On time 10:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h36 | 8:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | On time 10:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 10h00 | 8:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585 · RJX 69 | On time 10:27 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 7:32 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1185+ 967 | On time 10:40 AM Hanover Hbf | 9h12 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587+ RJX 261+ IC 749 | On time 12:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 10h00 | 10:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 587+ RJX 261 | On time 12:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587 · RJX 261 | On time 12:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587+ RJX 261+ IC 749 | On time 12:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h36 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 587+ RJX 261+ RJ 757 | On time 12:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h30 | 9:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 587+ EC 1219 | On time 12:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 10h20 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 587 · RJX 261 | On time 12:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h05 | 9:32 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789+ EC 1219 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h20 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 · EC 1219 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h20 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 · IC 406 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h46 | 11:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 · ICE 629 · EC 1219 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h20 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 789+ IC 406 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h46 | 11:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 · ICE 629+ EC 1219 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h20 | 10:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 789 · ICE 629 · EC 1219 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h20 | 10:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
ICE 789 · IC 406 | Delayed 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h46 | 9:16 PM 9:16 PMVienna | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789 · IC 406 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h49 | 11:16 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
ICE 789+ EC 1219+ CJX 9+ S 7 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 10h14 | 11:41 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 789+ IC 406+ CJX 9+ S 7 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 10h44 | 12:11 AM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 789 · ICE 629+ EC 1219+ CJX 9 | On time 1:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 10h14 | 11:41 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
ICE 547 · RJ 177 | On time 1:31 PM Hanover Hbf | 10h18 | 11:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 547 · RJ 177 | On time 1:31 PM Hanover Hbf | 10h18 | 11:49 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
ICE 589+ RJ 1293+ IC 843 | On time 2:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h36 | 12:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 589 · RJ 1293 · IC 843 | On time 2:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h36 | 12:03 AM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 589 · RJ 1293 · IC 843 | On time 2:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 9h36 | 12:03 AM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
ICE 589+ RJ 1293+ IC 843+ S 7 | On time 2:27 PM Hanover Hbf | 10h14 | 12:41 AM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Hanover to Vienna run on average 28 times per day, taking around 8h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 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 410 miles (660 km) distance in 6h 48m.
Distance 410 miles (660 km) |
Average train duration 8h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 |
Trains per day 28 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 48m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 56 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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Vienna Hbf -> Stephansplatz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover 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 Hanover to Vienna trains use the Hannover Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Hanover and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hannover 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: Balzac Coffee, Burger King, McDonald's, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, asiahung, Mr. CLOU, Nordsee, Starbucks, Pizza Hut, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hannover Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover Hbf. Information desks are located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the main entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover Hbf: Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Grand Hotel Mussmann, IntercityHotel Hannover, Hotel Loccumer Hof.
Hannover-Leinhausen is 4 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Leinhausen 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: Bahnhof Leinhausen, Café am Turm, Singapur, Restaurant Ofelia
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Leinhausen. ATMs are available at Hannover-Leinhausen.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Leinhausen. Information desks are available at Hannover-Leinhausen.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Leinhausen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Leinhausen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Leinhausen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Leinhausen.
Nearby hotels include Hotel in Herrenhausen.
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof is 2 km from Hanover city centre. Public transport options include:
Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Öz Antalya Kebap, Ricklinger Döner, China-Imbiss Jasmin, Coimbra
Wi-Fi is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. ATMs are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Ticket office support is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Information desks are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
Luggage storage is available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hannover-Linden/Fischerhof.
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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