- 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
$66
Average price
$66
Fastest journey
9 h 8 m
Average duration
9 h 8 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
452 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saalfeld/Saale to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saalfeld/Saale to Vienna will cost around $66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $66.
Of the 1 trains that leave Saalfeld/Saale for Vienna on Sat, Jul 18, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 452 km distance in an average of 9 h 8 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 8 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 9 h 8 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 Saalfeld/Saale to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $66. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $66, and a flight costs an average of $201.
Distance: 280 miles (452 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$163 Average price Cheapest | $357 Average price | $114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 12m Average total duration 7h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration Fastest 4h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Saalfeld/Saale to Vienna:
A train is $194 (€159) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saalfeld/Saale to Vienna costing on average $357 (€293).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 42m.
Tickets start at around $163 (€134) compared to roughly $114 (€93) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-49.63 (€-40.73). The journey takes 7h 42m versus 7h 15m 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 Saalfeld/Saale to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Saturday, July 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:55 AM Saalfeld/Saale | 9h08 | 6:03 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Saalfeld/Saale to Vienna run on average 13 times per day, taking around 7h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€54) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 280 miles (452 km) distance in 7h 52m.
Distance 280 miles (452 km) |
Average train duration 7h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€54) |
Trains per day 13 |
Fastest train 7h 52m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
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World-class art museum in a grand Ringstrasse palace, especially strong in Bruegel, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and classical collections.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saalfeld/Saale 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 Saalfeld/Saale to Vienna trains use the Saalfeld (Saale) to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Saalfeld/Saale and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Saalfeld (Saale) 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: Pamukkale Kebap Bistro, Pizza Peperoncino, Freddy Fresh, Bistro Helin
Wi-Fi is available at Saalfeld (Saale). ATMs are available at Saalfeld (Saale).
Ticket office support is available at Saalfeld (Saale). Information desks are available at Saalfeld (Saale).
Luggage storage is available at Saalfeld (Saale). Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Saalfeld (Saale): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Saalfeld (Saale): Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Saalfeld (Saale).
Nearby hotels include Hotel Anker Saalfeld.
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 Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
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