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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum, famed for the Habsburg collections, Old Masters, and one of Europe’s grandest museum interiors.
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$181
Fastest journey
6 h 59 m
Average duration
7 h 47 m
Trains per day
10
Distance
542 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tübingen to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tübingen to Vienna will cost around $181 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
It's difficult to get from Tübingen to Vienna without transferring at least 2 times.
MEX18+
ICE 913 · ICE 1215
MEX18+
ICE 119+
IC 743
MEX18+
ICE 117+
IC 649
19310 · ICE 117 · RJX 19977
19312 · 16051 · ICE 117 · RJX 19977
19312 · 16051 · ICE 117 · RJX 19977
19312 · ICE 563 · RJX 67
MEX18+
ICE 117+
RJX19977
19310 · ICE 117 · RJX 19977
MEX18+
ICE 563+
RJX 67Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tübingen to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $40, and a flight costs an average of $71.
Distance: 336 miles (542 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$153 Average price | $57 Average price Cheapest | $161 Average price | $130 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 37m Average total duration 7h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 56m Average total duration 8h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions | 1.6 - 3.2kg 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 Tübingen to Vienna:
A bus is $96 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tübingen to Vienna costing on average $153 (€124).
A bus is $104 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tübingen to Vienna costing on average $161 (€130).
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 7m.
Bus takes on average 8h 26m.
You'll arrive about 51m sooner (7h 7m by train vs 7h 58m by car). Tickets start at around $153 (€124) compared to roughly $130 (€105) 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.
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 Tübingen to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, June 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MEX18+ ICE 913 · ICE 1215 | 8:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 8h14 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
MEX18+ ICE 117+ RJX19977 | 8:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 7h59 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
19310 · ICE 117 · RJX 19977 | 8:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 7h59 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
MEX18+ ICE 117+ RJX19977+ RJ 113 | 8:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 8h24 | 4:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
MEX18+ ICE 117+ IC 649 | 8:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 8h54 | 5:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
19312 · ICE 563 · RJX 67 | On time 9:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 7h59 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
19312 · 16051 · ICE 117 · RJX 19977 | 9:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 6h59 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
MEX18+ ICE 563+ RJX 67 | On time 9:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 7h59 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
MEX18+ ICE 119+ IC 743 | 10:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 8h54 | 7:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
MEX18+ ICE 119+ RJX19915+ RJ 555 | 10:33 AM Tübingen Hbf | 8h24 | 6:57 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
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Trains from Tübingen to Vienna run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $62 (€50) but you can travel from only $40 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 336 miles (542 km) distance in 6h 59m.
Distance 336 miles (542 km) |
Average train duration 7h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $62 (€50) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 6h 59m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Vienna’s grand boulevard lined with monumental buildings, ideal for walking, tram rides, and understanding the city’s imperial urban design.
Formal imperial gardens and viewpoints around Schönbrunn Palace, ideal for walking and among the city’s most photogenic open spaces.
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Boiled beef simmered in broth and served with classic sides such as apple-horseradish and chive sauce. It is one of Vienna’s most traditional imperial dishes.
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Historic Viennese restaurant famous for oversized schnitzel and classic Austrian dishes in a lively traditional setting.
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Prices are higher than in much of Central Europe. Museums, hotels, and dining add up, 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 bars.
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