- Must visit
Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine-arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and its grand Ringstrasse setting.
Cheapest price
$87
Average price
$149
Fastest journey
7 h 24 m
Average duration
7 h 50 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
602 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kassel to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kassel to Vienna will cost around $149 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $87.
Of the 7 trains that leave Kassel for Vienna on Sun, Jun 07, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 07 the direct trains cover the 602 km distance in an average of 7 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 24 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 8 h 37 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 train as it is the most popular option from Kassel to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $44. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $44, and a train costs an average of $52.
Distance: 374 miles (602 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$158 Average price | $69 Average price Cheapest | $153 Average price | $21 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 33m Average total duration 12h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Kassel to Vienna:
A bus is $84 (€68) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kassel to Vienna costing on average $153 (€123).
A bus is $89 (€72) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kassel to Vienna costing on average $158 (€127).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 15m.
Bus takes on average 12h 3m.
You'll arrive about 15m sooner (8h 15m by train vs 8h 30m by car). Tickets start at around $158 (€127) compared to roughly $21 (€17) 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 Kassel to Vienna trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 583 · RJX 67 | Delayed 7:24 AM 9:23 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 8h09 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 583+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | Delayed 7:24 AM 9:23 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 9h04 | 6:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 583+ RJX 67+ IC 741 | Delayed 7:24 AM 9:23 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 8h40 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 67+ ICE 583 | Delayed 11:28 AM 9:23 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 8h09 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 67 · RJX 867+ ICE 583 | Delayed 11:28 AM 9:23 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 8h34 | 5:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 583+ 967 | Delayed 7:24 AM 9:23 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 10h29 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 · RJX 69 | On time 10:23 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 9h09 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 69+ ICE 785 | Delayed 1:28 PM 10:23 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 9h09 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785+ 967 | On time 10:23 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 9h29 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785+ RJX 69 · RJX 869 | On time 10:23 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 9h34 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585 · ICE 1285 · RJX 69 | On time 11:23 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 8h09 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJX 69+ ICE 1285 · ICE 585 | Delayed 1:28 PM 11:23 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 8h09 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585+ 967 | On time 11:23 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 8h29 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
RJX 69 · RJX 869+ ICE 1285 · ICE 585 | Delayed 1:28 PM 11:23 AMKassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 8h34 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
ICE 585 · ICE 1285+ 967 | On time 11:23 AM Kassel-Wilhelmshöhe | 8h29 | 7:52 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:23 AM Kassel | 7h24 | 1:47 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Kassel to Vienna run on average 18 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€42) but you can travel from only $44 (€36) by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 374 miles (602 km) distance in 6h 24m.
Distance 374 miles (602 km) |
Average train duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€42) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 24m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
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Vienna’s premier fine-arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and its grand Ringstrasse setting.
Major art museum known for its graphic arts collection, Monet to Picasso highlights, and strong temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Baroque palace museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, with Austrian art from the Middle Ages to modernism.
The walkable old town core, packed with grand streets, churches, courtyards, and elegant architecture around Stephansplatz.
Vienna’s busiest central square and natural orientation point, surrounded by major shopping streets and historic buildings.
The grand boulevard encircling the inner city, ideal for walking past Vienna’s most monumental public buildings.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
Boiled beef in broth, famously associated with Viennese cuisine, usually served with apple-horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes.
A classic Austrian-style fried chicken dish long popular in Vienna, known for its crunchy coating and tender meat.
One of Vienna’s most acclaimed fine-dining restaurants, known for modern Austrian cuisine, tasting menus, and polished service.
Beloved central tavern serving hearty Austrian specialties, seasonal dishes, and a warm old-Vienna ambiance.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
Prices are high by Central European standards, especially for hotels and dining, 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 for hotel staff.
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