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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
$117
Average price
$181
Fastest journey
12 h 22 m
Average duration
13 h 2 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
960 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from The Hague to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague to Vienna will cost around $181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 7 trains that leave The Hague for Vienna on Wed, Jun 03, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 03 the direct trains cover the 960 km distance in an average of 13 h 2 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 22 m .
On Wed, Jun 03 the slowest trains will take 13 h 22 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 The Hague to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 7m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.9kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $87.
Distance: 596 miles (960 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$190 Average price | $137 Average price | $91 Average price Cheapest | $131 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 17m Average total duration 11h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 5m Average total duration 16h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.9 - 5.8kg CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.4kg 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 The Hague to Vienna:
A bus is $46 (€37) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from The Hague to Vienna costing on average $137 (€111).
A bus is $99 (€80) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from The Hague to Vienna costing on average $190 (€154).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 47m.
Bus takes on average 16h 35m.
Tickets start at around $190 (€154) compared to roughly $131 (€106) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-59.15 (€-47.75). The journey takes 11h 47m versus 11h 32m 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 The Hague to Vienna trains for today, Tuesday, June 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 629 · IC 406 | On time 10:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 13h03 | 11:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 1229 | On time 10:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 13h37 | 11:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 919 · EC 213 | 10:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 12h22 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| Wednesday, June 3 | |||||
![]() | 5:10 AM The Hague | 12h22 | 5:32 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM The Hague | 13h22 | 7:32 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM The Hague | 13h22 | 8:32 PM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from The Hague to Vienna run on average 4 times per day, taking around 11h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $87 (€70) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 596 miles (960 km) distance in 12h 22m.
Distance 596 miles (960 km) |
Average train duration 11h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $87 (€70) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 12h 22m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:28 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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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.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with potato salad or parsley potatoes.
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Austrian-style fried chicken, especially associated with Viennese cooking, with a crunchy coating and often served with salad or lemon.
Leading fine-dining destination in Stadtpark, known for modern Austrian cuisine, polished service, and an elegant setting.
Popular classic Viennese inn serving schnitzel, goulash, and seasonal Austrian dishes in a cozy traditional space.
Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel, with a lively traditional atmosphere in the city center.
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