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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
$98
Average price
$195
Fastest journey
12 h 22 m
Average duration
12 h 26 m
Trains per day
10
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 $195 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
It's difficult to get from The Hague to Vienna without transferring at least 3 times.
IC 1139 · IC 3537 · 20081 · ICE 721
IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 627
IC 527 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 · RJX 167
IC 527 · ICE 225 · RJX 261
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 919 · EC 213
IC 527 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 · RJX 167
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 919 · EC 213
IC 527 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 · RJX 167
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 919 · EC 213
IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 627Omio 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 $-59.21 (€-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 tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 527 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 · RJX 167 | 8:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 12h22 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 527 · ICE 225 · RJX 261 | On time 8:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 13h22 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 527 · ICE 225 · ICE 211 · RJX 167 | 8:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 12h22 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 527 · ICE 225 · RJX 261 | On time 8:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 13h22 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077 · ICE 627 | On time 8:49 AM The Hague Centraal | 12h43 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 919 · EC 213 | 10:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 12h22 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 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 629 · IC 406 | 10:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 13h06 | 11:16 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
IC 535 · ICE 123 · ICE 919 · EC 213 | 10:10 AM The Hague Centraal | 12h22 | 10:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
IC 1139 · IC 3537 · 20081 · ICE 721 | On time 10:49 AM The Hague Centraal | 12h58 | 11:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
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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 |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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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