How to travel from Hanover to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hanover to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $76 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 48m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $76, while a flight costs an average of $525.

Distance: 410 miles (660 km)

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Driving

$189

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$525

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$76

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$84

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9h 36m

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9h 6m

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4h 48m

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13h 5m

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12h 35m

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9h 6m

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0.2 - 0.6kg

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0.7 - 1.6kg

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ÖBB | ICE

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KLM

Most popular airline

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Compare ways to travel from Hanover to Vienna

Compare the available ways to get from Hanover to Vienna, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $76.

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

A bus is $114 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Vienna costing on average $189.

A bus is $449 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Vienna costing on average $525.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 36m.

Bus takes on average 13h 5m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Hanover and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Hanover 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 $189 compared to roughly $84 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$104. The journey takes 9h 6m versus 9h 6m 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 Hanover to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • ÖBB | ICEICE 787 · ICE 211+ÖBBRJX 167
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • ÖBB | ICEICE 787 · ICE 211+ÖBBRJX 167
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS272
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBB | ICEICE 589+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 1293+ÖBB | InterCityIC 843
    2 transfers
  • ÖBB | ICEICE 589+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 1293+ÖBB | REXREX 7+ÖBB | InterCityIC 843
    3 transfers
  • ÖBB | ICEICE 681+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 263+ÖBBRE5
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixTrainFlixTrain+FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 1071+Austrian AirlinesOS210
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche BahnICE 71 · ICE 793+Austrian AirlinesOS210
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 573 · ICE 128+Austrian AirlinesOS210
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Hanover 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 Hanover to Vienna.

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There are 3 options to travel between Hanover and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Hanover to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $76.

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

A bus is $114 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanover to Vienna costing on average $189.

A bus is $449 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanover to Vienna costing on average $525.

The fastest way to travel from Hanover to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 48m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 36m.

Bus takes on average 13h 5m.

The distance from Hanover to Vienna is approximately 410 miles (660 km).
The average frequency per day from Hanover to Vienna is:
  • Around 75 flights per day.
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 10 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Hanover to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Hamburg Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Hanover Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Hanover Central Station and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Hanover to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with KLM, Austrian Airlines, Air France, Sas Airways, Condor Flugdienst, Eurowings, Lufthansa, British Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Swiss, Air Baltic, KLM Cityhopper, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, TAP Portugal, Vueling, GetJet Airlines, CitizenPlane, Luxair, Lufthansa Cityline, Avion Express Malta, Qatar Airways, Edelweiss Air, Air Dolomiti to go to Vienna by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB, EuroNight, ÖBB | InterCity, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Vienna by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Hanover to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, Air Baltic, GetJet Airlines.
  • 0 direct trains per day with ÖBB | Nightjet.
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
Omio customers who travel from Hanover to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Prague, Bratislava, Salzburg, Hallstatt. 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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