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Stiftsmuseum Dürnstein
Monastery museum with sacred art and historic rooms in the abbey complex. A practical choice for visitors wanting culture beyond the church interior.
Cheapest price on Oct 02
S$15
Average ticket price on Oct 02
S$28
Fastest journey on Oct 02
1 h 8 m
Average journey duration on Oct 02
2 h 17 m
Trains on Oct 02
6
Distance
66 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Durnstein is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Durnstein will cost around S$28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only S$15.
It's difficult to get from Vienna to Durnstein without transferring at least once.
IC 848+
R 44
RJX19938+
R 44
RJ 820+
R 44
REX 7+
RJX19938+
R 44
RJ 820+
R 44
RJX19938+
R 44
IC 848+
R 44
REX 7+
RJX19938+
R 44
IC 546+
R 44
RJ 820+
R 44Trains from Vienna to Durnstein run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 19m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$15 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:23, the last at 23:23. The fastest train covers the 41 miles (66 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 41 miles (66 km) |
Average train duration 1h 19m |
Cheapest ticket price S$15 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 4:23 AM |
Last train 11:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Durnstein trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
R 44+ REX 7+ RJX19938 | 4:46 AM Vienna Airport | 1h50 | 6:36 AM Furth-Palt | 2 transfers | |
IC 848+ R 44 | 4:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 1h16 | 6:13 AM Furth-Palt | 1 transfer | |
R 44+ RJX19938 | 5:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 1h08 | 6:36 AM Furth-Palt | 1 transfer | |
IC 546+ R 44 | 8:34 AM Vienna Airport | 2h02 | 10:36 AM Furth-Palt | 1 transfer | |
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Discover the best of Durnstein — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Durnstein trip today.
Monastery museum with sacred art and historic rooms in the abbey complex. A practical choice for visitors wanting culture beyond the church interior.
Small local history display introducing Dürnstein’s past, river trade, and town life. Useful for context before exploring the old streets and ruins.
Art-focused exhibition space in the historic center presenting changing shows. It offers a compact cultural stop alongside the town’s architecture.
Main old-town street lined with historic houses, gateways, and small courtyards. It is the essential walk for architecture, shops, and town atmosphere.
Riverside promenade and landing area with views across the Danube. It is ideal for a relaxed walk, photos, and arriving by boat.
Marked walking route climbing to the castle ruins through vineyard scenery. It combines exercise, history, and some of the town’s best viewpoints.
Apricot dumplings made with Wachau Marille. This regional dessert is a Wachau classic, especially prized during apricot season.
Apricot jam from Wachau apricots. It is a local specialty that showcases the region’s protected and highly aromatic fruit.
Apricot liqueur made from Wachau apricots. This fragrant regional drink is closely tied to Dürnstein and the surrounding valley.
Historic restaurant in the old town serving Austrian classics, Wachau wines, and seasonal dishes in a traditional setting.
Refined hotel restaurant with regional cuisine, local wine pairings, and Danube views in an elegant atmosphere.
Traditional Wachau tavern focused on local dishes, apricot products, and regional wines in a relaxed courtyard setting.
Moderate for Austria. Dining and hotels in this Wachau tourist village cost more than smaller towns, but local transit and cafe prices stay fairly reasonable.
Service is usually included. Round up in cafes and taxis, or add about 5-10% in restaurants for good service and tell the server the total when paying.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Durnstein 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 Durnstein, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vienna to Durnstein trains use the Flughafen Wien to Furth-Palt station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Durnstein train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
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