How to travel from Chemnitz to Vienna

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Chemnitz to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chemnitz to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $62 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, while a flight costs an average of $560.

Distance: 238 miles (384 km)

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Driving

$84

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$62

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$560

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$118

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8h 25m

Average total duration

7h 55m

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7h 56m

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7h 26m

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4h 24m

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2h 24m

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5h 58m

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0.4 - 1.0kg

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1.1 - 2.3kg

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The cheapest way to travel from Chemnitz to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $51.

This is compared to other travel options from Chemnitz to Vienna:

A bus is $33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chemnitz to Vienna costing on average $84.

A bus is $334 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chemnitz to Vienna costing on average $385.

The fastest way to travel from Chemnitz to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 30m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 25m.

Bus takes on average 8h 31m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Chemnitz and Vienna including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Chemnitz to Vienna among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $84 compared to roughly $118 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $34. The journey takes 7h 55m versus 5h 58m 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.

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from Chemnitz to Vienna

How to get from Chemnitz to Vienna by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Chemnitz to Vienna is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    9:00 AM9h15
    Chemnitz
    6:15 PMVienna
    $481One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    9:00 AM9h15
    Chemnitz
    6:15 PMVienna
    $481One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    9:20 AM8h50
    Chemnitz
    6:10 PMVienna
    $671One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    5:40 PM10h40
    Chemnitz
    4:20 AMVienna
    $491One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    6:50 AM10h10
    Chemnitz
    5:00 PMVienna
    $531One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    8:00 AM9h15
    Chemnitz
    5:15 PMVienna
    $531One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Chemnitz to Vienna

Travel to Vienna easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chemnitz to Vienna.

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There are 3 options to travel between Chemnitz and Vienna including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Chemnitz to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $62.

This is compared to other travel options from Chemnitz to Vienna:

A bus is $22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chemnitz to Vienna costing on average $84.

A bus is $324 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chemnitz to Vienna costing on average $385.

The fastest way to travel from Chemnitz to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 30m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 56m.

Train takes on average 8h 25m.

The distance from Chemnitz to Vienna is approximately 238 miles (384 km).
The average frequency per day from Chemnitz to Vienna is:
  • Around 25 flights per day.
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chemnitz and Vienna as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Chemnitz to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Dresden Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Chemnitz Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Chemnitz, Fernbusterminal and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Chemnitz to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, RegioJet a.s., ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Railjet, Deutsche Bahn to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with Eurowings, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, braathens regional aviation, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways to go to Vienna by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Chemnitz to Vienna:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, braathens regional aviation.
Omio customers who travel from Chemnitz to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vienna to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vienna, you can explore the Prater for amusement rides and the iconic Wiener Riesenrad Ferris wheel, visit the Naschmarkt for international foods and local specialties, enjoy a scenic Danube River Cruise, and witness classical equestrian performances at the Spanish Riding School. For nature enthusiasts, the Vienna Woods offer picturesque hiking trails. Notable sights include the Schönbrunn Palace with its extensive gardens, the Gothic St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace with its impressive art collection, the historic Hofburg Palace, and the renowned Vienna State Opera.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vienna's major attractions, including Schönbrunn Palace, St. Stephen's Cathedral, the Belvedere Palace, and the city’s vibrant cultural scene.

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