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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Cheapest price
$118
Average price
$150
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
454 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kempten to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kempten to Vienna will cost around $150 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $118.
Of the 2 trains that leave Kempten for Vienna on Sun, Jun 07, 2 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 454 km distance in an average of 6 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
On Sun, Jun 07 the slowest trains will take 6 h 20 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 Kempten to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 282 miles (454 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$131 Average price | $54 Average price Cheapest | $225 Average price | $122 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | 1.4 - 2.7kg 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 Kempten to Vienna:
A bus is $77 (€63) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kempten to Vienna costing on average $131 (€107).
A bus is $171 (€139) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kempten to Vienna costing on average $225 (€183).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 58m.
Bus takes on average 6h 44m.
Tickets start at around $131 (€107) compared to roughly $122 (€99) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-8.79 (€-7.16). The journey takes 5h 58m versus 5h 20m 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 Kempten to Vienna trains for today, Saturday, June 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
57407 · 58121 · S8+ 965 | 6:36 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 9h29 | 4:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
57407 · 58121 · S8+ 967 | 6:36 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 13h29 | 8:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
57407 · 58121 · S8+ 963 | 6:36 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 7h29 | 2:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 3 transfers | |
RE70 · RJX 63+ IC 643 | 7:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 7h14 | 2:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
3875 · RJX 63 | On time 7:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h19 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
3875+ 965 | 7:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 8h52 | 4:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
RE70 · RJX 63 | On time 7:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h19 | 1:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RE70 · RJX 63 · RJX 863 | 7:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h44 | 1:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
3875+ 963 | 7:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h52 | 2:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
RE70 · RJX 63+ IC 643 | 7:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h50 | 2:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
3875+ 967 | 7:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 12h52 | 8:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 transfer | |
57409 · ECE 95+ 963 | 7:34 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h31 | 2:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
57409 · ECE 95+ 967 | 7:34 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 12h31 | 8:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
57409 · ECE 95+ 965 | 7:34 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 8h31 | 4:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
RE7 · RE96+ EC 115+ IC 645 | 8:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 7h14 | 3:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
RE7 · RE96+ EC 115+ IC 645 | 8:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h50 | 3:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE7 · RE96+ EC 115+ RJX 161 | 8:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h19 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
RE7 · RE96+ EC 115+ RJX 184 | 8:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h44 | 2:57 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
3285 · 78972+ 967 | 8:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 11h52 | 8:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
3285 · 78972+ 965 | 8:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 7h52 | 4:05 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 2 transfers | |
3285 · 78972 · EC 115 · RJX 161 | 8:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h19 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
3877 · RJX 65 | On time 9:13 AM Kempten (Allgäu) Hbf | 6h19 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Kempten to Vienna run on average 20 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $56 (€46) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 282 miles (454 km) distance in 5h 55m.
Distance 282 miles (454 km) |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price $56 (€46) |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 5h 55m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
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Vienna’s flagship fine-arts museum, known for Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and grand interiors. A top choice for art lovers.
Major art museum with graphic arts, Monet to Picasso highlights, and strong temporary exhibitions in the city center.
Baroque palace museum complex best known for Gustav Klimt’s The Kiss, plus Austrian art from the Middle Ages to today.
The city’s walkable core, filled with imperial streets, churches, and squares. Essential for first-time visitors.
Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with major public buildings, ideal for a classic walking route and architectural overview.
Vienna’s central square around St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a busy meeting point and key orientation spot in the old city.
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