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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Cheapest price
$95
Average price
$169
Fastest journey
7 h 54 m
Average duration
8 h 7 m
Trains per day
46
Distance
597 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around $169 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $95.
It's difficult to get from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf without transferring at least once.
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ICE 6186:08 PM10h30Vienna Westbahnhof4:38 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$951One-way1 transfer- 900+RJX 19910 · ICE 2105:38 AM10h06Vienna Westbahnhof3:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$961One-way2 transfers
- 900+RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 5765:38 AM11h02Vienna Westbahnhof4:40 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$961One-way3 transfers
- 902+RJX 19910 · ICE 2106:38 AM9h06Vienna Westbahnhof3:44 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$961One-way2 transfers
- 902+RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 5766:38 AM10h02Vienna Westbahnhof4:40 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$961One-way3 transfers
- 964+ICE 62210:08 AM7h54Vienna Westbahnhof6:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$1621One-way1 transfer
- 962+ICE 6268:08 AM7h54Vienna Westbahnhof4:02 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$1581One-way1 transfer
- 966+ICE 9904:08 PM8h01Vienna Westbahnhof12:09 AMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$1061One-way1 transfer
CJX 5 · RJX 262+
ICE 564 · ICE 5768:18 AM8h22Vienna Westbahnhof4:40 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$2831One-way3 transfers- CJX 1904 · RJX 260 · ICE 566 · ICE 5786:18 AM8h22Vienna Westbahnhof2:40 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf$1471One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $46. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $46, and a flight costs an average of $182.
Distance: 370 miles (597 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$194 Average price | $60 Average price Cheapest | $201 Average price | $157 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 10m Average total duration 7h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 9m Average total duration 11h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 25m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf:
A bus is $134 (€109) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $194 (€159).
A bus is $141 (€115) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf costing on average $201 (€165).
Other travel options to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 40m.
Bus takes on average 11h 39m.
Tickets start at around $194 (€159) compared to roughly $157 (€128) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-37.66 (€-30.83). The journey takes 7h 40m versus 6h 26m 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.
Live departures
Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for today, Thursday, July 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 964+ICE 520 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 13h55 | 12:03 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 964+ICE 590 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 12h01 | 10:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 964+ICE 620 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 8h54 | 7:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 964+ICE 528 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h54 | 8:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 964+ICE 524 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 11h54 | 10:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 964+ICE 698 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 17h11 | 3:19 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 964+ICE 622 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 7h54 | 6:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 964+ICE 2582 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 10h01 | 8:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 964+ICE 2582 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 10h01 | 8:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 964+ICE 522 | On time 10:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 12h57 | 11:05 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 968+ICE 618 | On time 6:08 PM Vienna Westbahnhof | 10h30 | 4:38 AM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 17 | |||||
CJX 5+ IC 848+ EC 212+ICE 720 | 4:48 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h14 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| CJX 5 · RJX19938+EC 212+ICE 720 | 5:18 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 8h44 | 2:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 900+RJX 19910 · ICE 210 | Delayed 5:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 10h06 | 1:49 PM 1:49 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 900+RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 576 | 5:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 11h02 | 4:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 900+RJX 262 · ICE 624 | On time 5:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 11h24 | 5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 960+ICE 628 | On time 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 8h54 | 3:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 960+ICE 528 | On time 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 13h54 | 8:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 960+ICE 624 | On time 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 10h54 | 5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 960+ICE 626 | On time 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h54 | 4:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 960+ICE 526 | On time 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 14h54 | 9:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 960+ICE 620 | On time 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 12h54 | 7:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 960+ICE 622 | On time 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 11h54 | 6:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 960+ICE 2582 | On time 6:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 14h01 | 8:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| CJX 1904 · RJX 260 · ICE 566 · ICE 578 | On time 6:18 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 8h22 | 2:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| CJX 1904 · RJX 260 · ICE 628 | On time 6:18 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 8h44 | 3:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 902+RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 576 | 6:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 10h02 | 4:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 902+RJX 19910 · ICE 210 | Delayed 6:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h06 | 1:49 PM 1:49 PMFrankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 902+RJX 262 · ICE 624 | On time 6:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 10h24 | 5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 904+RJX 262 · ICE 624 | On time 7:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h24 | 5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 904+RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 576 | 7:38 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h02 | 4:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| 962+ICE 590 | 8:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 14h01 | 10:09 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 962+ICE 626 | On time 8:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 7h54 | 4:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 962+ICE 624 | On time 8:08 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 8h54 | 5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| CJX 5 · RJX 262+ICE 624 | On time 8:18 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 8h44 | 5:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| CJX 5 · RJX 262+ICE 564 · ICE 576 | 8:18 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 8h22 | 4:40 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
EC 1216+ICE 622+ REX 51 | 8:23 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h39 | 6:02 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 1216+ICE 786 · ICE 26+REX 51 | 8:23 AM Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h14 | 5:37 PM Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Austria
Germany
Trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $118 (€96) but you can travel from only $46 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 15:18. The fastest train covers the 370 miles (597 km) distance in 7h 44m.
Distance 370 miles (597 km) |
Average train duration 7h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $118 (€96) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 7h 44m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 3:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, Westbahn, ÖBB | InterCity trains will get you between Vienna Westbahnhof and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from $46 (€38). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
Westbahn
ÖBB | InterCity
FAQs: Trains from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Most Vienna Westbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna Westbahnhof and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Wien Westbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
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