The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to St Pölten
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
29 m
Average duration
40 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to St Pölten is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to St Pölten will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 7 trains that leave Vienna for St Pölten on Mon, Mar 23, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Mar 23 the direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
On Mon, Mar 23 the slowest trains will take 55 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.
RJX 562
IC 546
RJX 662
RJX 562
IC 546
RJX 562
RJX 662
IC 546
RJX 562
RJ 754+
RJX 662Live departures
Vienna to St Pölten train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to St Pölten trains for today, Sunday, March 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 548 | 8:32 AM Vienna Airport | 0h52 | 9:24 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 752+ RJX 860 | 9:02 AM Vienna Airport | 0h53 | 9:55 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, March 23 | |||||
RJ 754+ RJX 662 | 7:02 AM Vienna Airport | 0h55 | 7:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJX 662 | 7:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 0h29 | 7:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 546 | 7:34 AM Vienna Airport | 0h56 | 8:30 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC 546 | 7:57 AM Vienna Hbf | 0h33 | 8:30 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJX 562 | 8:02 AM Vienna Airport | 0h55 | 8:57 AM St.Pölten Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to St Pölten
Trains from Vienna to St Pölten run on average 13 times per day, taking around 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 34 miles (55 km) distance in 29m.
Distance 34 miles (55 km) |
Average train duration 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | REX, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Westbahn from Vienna to St Pölten trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | REX, Österreichische Bundesbahnen, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Westbahn trains will get you between Vienna and St Pölten from $8 (€7). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | REX
Westbahn
Österreichische Bundesbahnen
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Vienna to St Pölten
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to St Pölten 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 St Pölten, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna to St Pölten
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Bahnhofplatz.
- Restaurant La Dolce Vita
- Gasthaus Figl
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Metropol
- Cityhotel D&C
- Hotel Graf
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-8 for trains to Vienna, Linz, Salzburg
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Regional trains
- Long-distance trains
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