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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.
Cheapest price on Sep 05
$85
Average ticket price on Sep 05
$131
Fastest journey on Sep 05
10 h 2 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
10 h 2 m
Trains on Sep 05
13
Distance
700 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lüneburg to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lüneburg to Vienna will cost around $131 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $85.
It's difficult to get from Lüneburg to Vienna without transferring at least once.
ICE 585 · RJX 69
ICE 785 · EC 1217
ICE 785+
EC 1217
ICE 785+
EC 1217+
IC 743
ICE 587 · RJX 261
ICE 785+
RJ 1289+
ICE 119+
RJX19915
ICE 585 · RJX 69
ICE 587 · RJX 261
ICE 785 · RJ 1289 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915
ICE 585+
RJX 69Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lüneburg to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $248 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 51m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $248, while a flight costs an average of $634.
Distance: 434 miles (700 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$248 Average price Cheapest | $634 Average price | $34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 16m Average total duration 9h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg 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 Lüneburg to Vienna:
A train is $386 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lüneburg to Vienna costing on average $634.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 46m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (9h 46m by train vs 10h 0m by car). Tickets start at around $248 compared to roughly $34 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 ÖBB | Nightjet.
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 Lüneburg to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 785+ EC 1217 | On time 8:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h17 | 6:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785+ RJ 1289+ ICE 119+ RJX19915 | On time 8:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h02 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
ICE 785+ RJ 1289+ ICE 119+ RJX19915 | On time 8:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h27 | 6:57 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
ICE 785 · EC 1217 | On time 8:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h17 | 6:47 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
ICE 785 · RJ 1289 · ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | On time 8:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h02 | 6:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
ICE 785+ EC 1217+ IC 743 | On time 8:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h57 | 7:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585 · RJX 69 | On time 9:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h02 | 7:32 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69 | On time 9:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h02 | 7:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69 · RJX13479 | On time 9:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h27 | 7:57 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | On time 9:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h57 | 8:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 585+ RJX 69+ IC 745 | On time 9:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h33 | 8:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 787 · S5 · ICE 211 · RJX 19917 | On time 10:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h02 | 8:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
ICE 587 · RJX 261 | On time 11:30 AM Lüneburg station | 10h02 | 9:32 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Lüneburg to Vienna run on average 17 times per day, taking around 9h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 434 miles (700 km) distance in 7h 56m.
Distance 434 miles (700 km) |
Average train duration 9h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 7h 56m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lüneburg 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 Lüneburg to Vienna trains use the Lüneburg to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Lüneburg and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Lüneburg 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: Das kleine Cafe, Hanse Grill, India Haus, Mälzer Brau- & Tafelhaus
Wi-Fi is available at Lüneburg. ATMs are available at Lüneburg.
Ticket office support is available at Lüneburg. Information desks are available at Lüneburg.
Luggage storage is available at Lüneburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Lüneburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Lüneburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lüneburg.
Nearby hotels include Alt-Lüneburger Kutscherstube, Bergström, Bremer Hof, Zum Roten Tore.
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.
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