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Museum of Polish Song
Leading museum on Polish popular music with multimedia exhibits in the Piast Tower area, essential for understanding Opole's festival legacy.
Cheapest price
€51
Average price
€84
Fastest journey
4 h 35 m
Average duration
4 h 42 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
295 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Opole is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Opole will cost around €84 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €51.
Of the 5 trains that leave Vienna for Opole on Thu, Aug 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 295 km distance in an average of 4 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 35 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 5 h 11 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Opole among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a flight costs an average of €141.
Distance: 183 miles (295 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€63 Average price | €36 Average price Cheapest | €297 Average price | €81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 5h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 9m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Opole:
A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Opole costing on average €63.
A bus is €262 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Opole costing on average €297.
Other travel options to Opole take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 40m.
Flight takes on average 10h 9m.
Tickets start at around €63 compared to roughly €81 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €18. The journey takes 5h 46m versus 4h 55m 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.
Direct services run with ÖBB | Euro City (EC).
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 Vienna to Opole trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:10 AM Vienna | 4h36 | 10:46 AM Opole | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vienna to Opole run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €24 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:09, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (295 km) distance in 4h 35m.
Distance 183 miles (295 km) |
Average train duration 5h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 35m |
First train 4:09 AM |
Last train 9:40 PM |
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Leading museum on Polish popular music with multimedia exhibits in the Piast Tower area, essential for understanding Opole's festival legacy.
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Opole's colorful main square with town hall, historic facades, events, and easy access to major sights, ideal as a starting point.
Picturesque canal-side stretch nicknamed Little Venice, loved for pastel townhouses, reflections, and one of the city's best photo spots.
Historic island district with greenery, monuments, and riverside paths, perfect for a calm walk close to the old town.
Silesian potato dumplings with a small dimple, usually served with roast meat and gravy. A hallmark dish of Upper Silesia and very common in Opole homes.
Rolled beef filled with bacon, onion, pickle, and mustard, then braised. A classic Sunday and festive dish across Opole Silesia.
Braised red cabbage, sweet-sour and richly seasoned. It is a traditional side in Silesian meals, especially with roulade and dumplings.
Established fine dining venue focused on refined Polish and European cuisine, with elegant plating and a quieter atmosphere.
Well-known brewery restaurant serving Polish dishes and house beer in a lively, casual interior near the old town.
Traditional Polish and Silesian restaurant in Opole Market Square, known for regional classics in a polished but welcoming setting.
More affordable than major Polish tourist cities; lodging, dining, and local transit are usually modestly priced for most travelers.
Service is often not included. In restaurants, round up or tip 10% for good service; round up taxi fares; small cafe tips are optional.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Opole 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 Opole, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vienna to Opole trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Opole Główne station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Opole train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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 Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling 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 options include: Restaurant Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
Opole Główne 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 options include: Karczma Opolska, Starka Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Opole Główne. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Opole Główne. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Opole Główne: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Opole Główne: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Opole Główne: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel DeSilva Premium Opole, Mercure Opole, Best Western Hotel Opole Centrum.
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