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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to České Budějovice
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Trains per day
41
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to České Budějovice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to České Budějovice will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
It's difficult to get from Vienna to České Budějovice without transferring at least once.
Sp 2110 · Os 216412:17 PM3h32Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof3:49 PMČeské Budějovice station$151One-way1 transfer- S 28024 · Sp 2106 · Os 21588:18 AM3h31Vienna11:49 AMČeské Budějovice station$151One-way2 transfers
- Sp 2118 · Os 21724:12 PM3h37Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof7:49 PMČeské Budějovice station$151One-way1 transfer
- R 324 · Os 21702:48 PM4h01Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof6:49 PMČeské Budějovice station$151One-way1 transfer
- Sp 2106 · Os 21588:17 AM3h32Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof11:49 AMČeské Budějovice station$151One-way1 transfer
RJX 64+
EC 3322:28 PM3h24Vienna Hbf5:52 PMČeské Budějovice station$681One-way1 transfer- RJX19988+EC 3306:28 PM3h24Vienna Hbf9:52 PMČeské Budějovice station$681One-way1 transfer
- RJX19938+EC 3365:28 AM3h24Vienna Hbf8:52 AMČeské Budějovice station$681One-way1 transfer
- S 28024 · Sp 2106 · Os 21588:18 AM3h31Vienna11:49 AMČeské Budějovice station$151One-way2 transfers
- S 28032 · Sp 2110 · Os 216412:18 PM3h31Vienna3:49 PMČeské Budějovice station$151One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Vienna to České Budějovice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to České Budějovice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $9, and a bus costs an average of $14.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $23 Average price | $42 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to České Budějovice:
A train is $7 (€7) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vienna to České Budějovice costing on average $23 (€23).
Other travel options to České Budějovice take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 58m.
Tickets start at around $16 (€16) compared to roughly $42 (€42) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $27 (€27). The journey takes 3h 43m versus 2h 50m 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 to České Budějovice train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to České Budějovice trains for today, Wednesday, July 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 IC 544+ S 40+REX 41+Os 2158 | 7:34 AM Vienna Airport | 4h15 | 11:49 AM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 544+S 3 | 7:34 AM Vienna Airport | 4h23 | 11:57 AM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 544+S 3 | 7:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 4h00 | 11:57 AM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 544+S 40+REX 41+Os 2158 | 7:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h52 | 11:49 AM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| Sp 2106 · Os 2158 | 8:17 AM Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h32 | 11:49 AM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| S 28024 · Sp 2106 · Os 2158 | 8:18 AM Vienna | 3h31 | 11:49 AM České Budějovice station | 2 transfers | |
| EC 334+IC 548 | 9:34 AM Vienna Airport | 4h18 | 1:52 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 548+S 40+REX 41+Os 2160 | 9:34 AM Vienna Airport | 4h15 | 1:49 PM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| EC 334+IC 548 | 9:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h55 | 1:52 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 548+S 40+REX 41+Os 2160 | 9:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h52 | 1:49 PM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
 RJ 752+EC 334+RJX13470 | 10:02 AM Vienna Airport | 3h50 | 1:52 PM České Budějovice station | 2 transfers | |
| Sp 2108 · Os 2160 | 10:17 AM Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h32 | 1:49 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| EC 334+RJX13470 | 10:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h24 | 1:52 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 642+S 40+REX 41+Os 2164 | 11:34 AM Vienna Airport | 4h15 | 3:49 PM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| S 3+IC 642 | 11:34 AM Vienna Airport | 4h22 | 3:56 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 642+S 40+REX 41+Os 2164 | 11:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h52 | 3:49 PM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 642+S 3 | 11:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h59 | 3:56 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| Sp 2110 · Os 2164 | 12:17 PM Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h32 | 3:49 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| S 28032 · Sp 2110 · Os 2164 | 12:18 PM Vienna | 3h31 | 3:49 PM České Budějovice station | 2 transfers | |
| IC 646+S 40+REX 41+Os 2168 | 1:34 PM Vienna Airport | 4h15 | 5:49 PM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| EC 332+IC 646 | 1:34 PM Vienna Airport | 4h18 | 5:52 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 646+S 40+REX 41+Os 2168 | 1:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 3h52 | 5:49 PM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| EC 332+IC 646 | 1:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 3h55 | 5:52 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 858+EC 332+RJX13474 | 2:02 PM Vienna Airport | 3h50 | 5:52 PM České Budějovice station | 2 transfers | |
| Sp 2114 · Os 2168 | 2:17 PM Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h32 | 5:49 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| EC 332+RJX13474 | 2:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 3h24 | 5:52 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| R 324 · Os 2170 | 2:48 PM Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 4h01 | 6:49 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 740+S 40+REX 41+Os 2172 | 3:34 PM Vienna Airport | 4h15 | 7:49 PM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| IC 740+S 3 | 3:34 PM Vienna Airport | 4h25 | 7:59 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 740+S 3 | 3:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 4h02 | 7:59 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 740+S 40+REX 41+Os 2172 | 3:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 3h52 | 7:49 PM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| Sp 2118 · Os 2172 | 4:12 PM Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h37 | 7:49 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| EC 330+IC 744 | 5:34 PM Vienna Airport | 4h18 | 9:52 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 744+S 40+REX 41+Os 2176 | 5:34 PM Vienna Airport | 4h15 | 9:49 PM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| EC 330+IC 744 | 5:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 3h55 | 9:52 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 744+S 40+REX 41+Os 2176 | 5:57 PM Vienna Hbf | 3h52 | 9:49 PM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| RJ 854+EC 330+RJX19988 | 6:02 PM Vienna Airport | 3h50 | 9:52 PM České Budějovice station | 2 transfers | |
| Sp 2126 · Os 2176 | 6:12 PM Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h37 | 9:49 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| EC 330+RJX19988 | 6:28 PM Vienna Hbf | 3h24 | 9:52 PM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| rj 50 · Os 4834 · Os 22842 · Os 28301 | 9:10 PM Vienna Hbf | 10h45 | 7:55 AM České Budějovice station | 4 transfers | |
| EC 336+CJX 9 · RJX19938+S 7 | 4:49 AM Vienna Airport | 4h03 | 8:52 AM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| EC 336+IC 848 | 4:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h55 | 8:52 AM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| EC 336+RJX19938 | 5:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h24 | 8:52 AM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| S 3+IC 540 | 5:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 4h01 | 9:58 AM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
| IC 540+S 40+REX 41+Os 2154 | 5:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 3h52 | 9:49 AM České Budějovice station | 3 transfers | |
| Sp 2102 · Os 2154 | 6:15 AM Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h34 | 9:49 AM České Budějovice station | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Vienna to České Budějovice
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Czechia
Trains from Vienna to České Budějovice run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€9) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 101 miles (163 km) distance in 3h 5m.
Distance 101 miles (163 km) |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€9) |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | REX, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB from Vienna to České Budějovice trainsÖBB | REX, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB trains will get you between Vienna and České Budějovice from $9 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Vienna to České Budějovice
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to České Budějovice 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 České Budějovice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna to České Budějovice
Most Vienna to České Budějovice trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to České Budějovice station pair, with some services arriving at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka. Use this guide to compare Vienna and České Budějovice train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Vienna station do trains to České Budějovice leave from?
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Getting to Flughafen Wien from Vienna city centre
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Getting to Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zum Roten Bären, Gasthaus Wickerl
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Austria Classic Hotel Wien, Hotel Bellevue Wien, Hotel Boltzmann.
Which České Budějovice station do trains from Vienna arrive at?
Getting to České Budějovice from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice train station facilities and services
České Budějovice has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Masné krámy, Restaurace U Solné brány
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at České Budějovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at České Budějovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at České Budějovice.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clarion Congress Hotel České Budějovice, Grandhotel Zvon, Hotel Budweis.
Getting to České Budějovice, jižní zastávka from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka is 1 km from České Budějovice city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka train station facilities and services
České Budějovice, jižní zastávka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice, jižní zastávka: Bike Parking.
Getting to České Budějovice severní zastávka from České Budějovice city centre
České Budějovice severní zastávka is 2 km from České Budějovice city centre. Public transport options include:
České Budějovice severní zastávka train station facilities and services
České Budějovice severní zastávka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at České Budějovice severní zastávka: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at České Budějovice severní zastávka: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at České Budějovice severní zastávka.
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