How to travel from Erfurt to Vienna

There are 2 options to travel between Erfurt and Vienna including taking a bus and train.

The cheapest way to travel from Erfurt to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $60 (€48).

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

A bus is $43 (€35) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Erfurt to Vienna costing on average $103 (€84).

The fastest way to travel from Erfurt to Vienna is by train with an average journey time of 8h 10m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 8h 33m.

The distance from Erfurt to Vienna is approximately 306 miles (493 km).

The average frequency per day from Erfurt to Vienna is:

• Around 19 trains per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Erfurt to Vienna:

• Trains mostly depart from Erfurt Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
• Buses mostly depart from Erfurt, Busbahnhof 2 and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Erfurt to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with FlixBus to go to Vienna by bus.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Vienna by train.

Omio customers who travel from Erfurt 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.