How to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat

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Compare train for Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $78 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, while a flight costs an average of $605.

Distance: 377 miles (607 km)

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Driving

$158

Average price

$78

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$605

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$146

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(fuel + tolls)

9h 0m

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8h 30m

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14h 14m

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13h 44m

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4h 37m

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2h 37m

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7h 30m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

1.8 - 3.6kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat is a bus with an average price of $78.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat:

A bus is $80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat costing on average $158.

A bus is $527 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat costing on average $605.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Schwechat take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 0m.

Bus takes on average 14h 14m.

Yes, you can take a train between Frankfurt am Main and Schwechat.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $78 compared to roughly $146 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $68. The journey takes 13h 44m versus 7h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat

How to get from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

train

The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    8:20 AM11h51
    Frankfurt am Main
    8:11 PMSchwechat
    $1571One-way
    3 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    8:20 AM11h51
    Frankfurt am Main
    8:11 PMSchwechat
    $1571One-way
    3 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    8:20 AM11h51
    Frankfurt am Main
    8:11 PMSchwechat
    $1571One-way
    3 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    12:19 PM12h15
    Frankfurt am Main
    12:34 AMSchwechat
    $1571One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
    4:19 PM20h52
    Frankfurt am Main
    1:11 PMSchwechat
    $1571One-way
    3 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat

Travel to Schwechat 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 Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat.

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You can travel between Frankfurt am Main and Schwechat by train.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat is a bus with an average price of $78.

This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat:

A bus is $80 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat costing on average $158.

A bus is $527 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat costing on average $605.

The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 37m.

Other travel options to Schwechat take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 0m.

Bus takes on average 14h 14m.

The distance from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat is approximately 377 miles (607 km).
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat is:
  • Around 66 flights per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.
  • Around 4 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Schwechat as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat:
  • Buses mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) and arrive in Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal.
  • Trains mostly depart from Frankfurt (Main) Hbf and arrive in Vienna Westbahnhof.
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Condor Flugdienst, British Airways, Air France, KLM, Austrian Airlines to go to Schwechat by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Schwechat by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn to go to Schwechat by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat:
  • 14 direct flights per day with Air Baltic, Condor Flugdienst, Austrian Airlines.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Schwechat often also extend their vacation to go to Bratislava, Brno, Budapest, Vienna, Graz. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Schwechat and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Schwechat to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Schwechat, you can explore the Schwechat Brewery with guided tours and tastings, enjoy traditional Austrian dishes at local restaurants, and attend live events at the Multiversum Schwechat. Discover hidden gems on a guided walking tour, and participate in seasonal festivals and markets. Visit best sights like the Schwechat Refinery for a tour on energy production, relax at Felmayergarten park, learn about local history at the Schwechat Museum, and admire the architecture of St. Jakob Church.
A visit to Schwechat can be comfortably completed in 1 to 2 days, allowing enough time to explore its key attractions, such as the local museums and parks, and enjoy the town's dining options.

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