How to travel from Hamburg to Vienna

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamburg to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 3m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $104.

Distance: 462 miles (744 km)

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Bus
Driving

$115

Average price

$215

Average price

$78

Average price

Cheapest

$87

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

11h 30m

Average total duration

11h 0m

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30m

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5h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 3m

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2h 0m

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15h 12m

Average total duration

14h 42m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 17m

Average total duration

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0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.2 - 4.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.9kg

CO2 emissions

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ÖBB | Nightjet

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Eurowings

Most popular airline

FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $78 (€63).

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

A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Vienna costing on average $115 (€93).

A bus is $137 (€110) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Vienna costing on average $215 (€173).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 30m.

Bus takes on average 15h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hamburg and Vienna including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hamburg to Vienna among Omio's users.

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from Hamburg to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 479 · RJ 273 · EC 101
    10:50 PM10h59
    Hamburg Hbf
    9:49 AMVienna Hbf
    $471One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 479 · RJ 273 · EC 101
    10:50 PM10h59
    Hamburg Hbf
    9:49 AMVienna Hbf
    $471One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • GetJet AirlinesEW7750
    6:45 AM1h30
    Hamburg Airport
    8:15 AMVienna International Airport
    $2301One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnRJ 479 · RJ 273 · EC 101
    10:48 PM11h01
    Hamburg Harburg
    9:49 AMVienna Hbf
    $471One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnRJ 177
    1:32 PM10h17
    Hamburg Hbf
    11:49 PMVienna Hbf
    $691One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 881 · RJ 215 · RJ 263
    2:01 PM13h19
    Hamburg Hbf
    3:20 AMVienna Hbf
    $741One-way
    2 transfers
  • ArdaTur0
    8:00 AM13h30
    Hamburg
    9:30 PMVienna
    $741One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus
    9:49 AM12h16
    Hamburg-Bergedorf
    10:05 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $861One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:49 PM12h41
    Hamburg-Bergedorf
    8:30 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    $871One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO394 · LO3911+Austrian AirlinesLO5013
    7:30 PM20h20
    Hamburg Airport
    3:50 PMVienna International Airport
    $3581One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO394 · LO3907+Austrian AirlinesLO5013
    7:30 PM20h20
    Hamburg Airport
    3:50 PMVienna International Airport
    $3581One-way
    2 transfers
  • VuelingVY1823 · VY8714
    9:50 PM16h25
    Hamburg Airport
    2:15 PMVienna International Airport
    $4021One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Hamburg to Vienna

The Best Way According to our Users

When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Hamburg to Vienna, 71,64% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Hamburg to Vienna, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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FAQs: Travel from Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Vienna.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Hamburg and Vienna including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hamburg to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $78 (€63).

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

A bus is $37 (€30) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hamburg to Vienna costing on average $115 (€93).

A bus is $137 (€110) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hamburg to Vienna costing on average $215 (€173).

The fastest way to travel from Hamburg to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 3m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 11h 30m.

Bus takes on average 15h 12m.

The distance from Hamburg to Vienna is approximately 462 miles (744 km).
The average frequency per day from Hamburg to Vienna is:
  • Around 55 flights per day.
  • Around 18 trains per day.
  • Around 15 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Hamburg 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 Hamburg to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hamburg Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hamburg, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hamburg to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, GetJet Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Condor Flugdienst, Lufthansa, KLM, Edelweiss Air, Lufthansa Cityline to go to Vienna by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Hamburg to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, ArdaTur, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar.
  • 1 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet.
  • 7 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, GetJet Airlines, Avion Express Malta.
Omio customers who travel from Hamburg 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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