How to travel from Kaiserslautern to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Kaiserslautern to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kaiserslautern to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €55 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. 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 €55, while a flight costs an average of €400.

Distance: 400 miles (644 km)

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€144

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€400

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€55

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€141

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8h 48m

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8h 18m

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13h 37m

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8h 18m

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1.9 - 3.9kg

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Compare ways to travel from Kaiserslautern to Vienna

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

The cheapest way to travel from Kaiserslautern to Vienna is a bus with an average price of €55.

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

A bus is €89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kaiserslautern to Vienna costing on average €144.

A bus is €345 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kaiserslautern to Vienna costing on average €400.

The fastest way to travel from Kaiserslautern to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 48m.

Bus takes on average 13h 37m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kaiserslautern and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Kaiserslautern 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 €144 compared to roughly €141 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€3. The journey takes 8h 18m versus 8h 18m 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 Kaiserslautern to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1091 · EC 1213
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Deutsche BahnICE 1091 · EC 1213
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • EurowingsEW2758
    0 transfers

Other options

  • ÖBBRE1+ÖBB | ICEICE 515+ÖBBRJX 69+ÖBB | InterCityIC 745
    3 transfers
  • ÖBBRE1+ÖBB | ICEICE 515+ÖBBRJX 69+ÖBB | InterCityIC 745
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnS44 · 12433 · ICE 561 · RJX 63
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    0 transfers
  • Condor FlugdienstDE4360
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS216
    0 transfers
  • Austrian AirlinesOS218
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Kaiserslautern 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 Kaiserslautern to Vienna.

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There are 3 options to travel between Kaiserslautern and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kaiserslautern to Vienna is a bus with an average price of €55.

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

A bus is €89 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kaiserslautern to Vienna costing on average €144.

A bus is €345 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kaiserslautern to Vienna costing on average €400.

The fastest way to travel from Kaiserslautern to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 48m.

Bus takes on average 13h 37m.

The distance from Kaiserslautern to Vienna is approximately 400 miles (644 km).
The average frequency per day from Kaiserslautern to Vienna is:
  • Around 98 flights per day.
  • Around 18 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kaiserslautern 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 Kaiserslautern to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Kaiserslautern Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kaiserslautern, Guimaráes-Platz (Hauptbahnhof) and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kaiserslautern 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 | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | InterCity, Westbahn, ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, KLM, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Air France, Eurowings, Condor Flugdienst, Croatia Airlines, Qatar Airways, KLM Cityhopper, British Airways, Air Baltic, CitizenPlane, Avion Express Malta, Air Dolomiti, GetJet Airlines, TAP Portugal, Lufthansa Cityline, Brussels Airlines, braathens regional aviation, Helvetic Airways to go to Vienna by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kaiserslautern to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
  • 18 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Eurowings, Condor Flugdienst, Air Baltic, CitizenPlane, Avion Express Malta, Lufthansa Cityline, braathens regional aviation, Helvetic Airways.
Omio customers who travel from Kaiserslautern 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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