How to travel from Munich to Vienna

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Travel Information between Munich and Vienna

distanceDistance220 miles (355 km)
modeAvailable travel modesTrain, bus or flight
priceTicket price range$29 - $161
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $29 (€25) • 5 h 5 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $161 (€140) • 55 min
carriersPopular travel companiesFlixBus, Austrian Airlines or Deutsche Bahn

Take a train, bus or flight to travel 220 miles (355 km) between Munich and Vienna. The most popular travel companies which serve this trip are FlixBus, Austrian Airlines or Deutsche Bahn among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Munich to Vienna.

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from Munich to Vienna

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

Our recommendation
bus

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

FlixBus
09:15AM5h30
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
02:45PMVienna
$291One-way
0 transfers
Cheapest
FlixBus
03:40PM5h05
Munich
08:45PMVienna
$271One-way
0 transfers
Fastest
Lufthansa Cityline
11:40AM0h55
Munich Airport (MUC)
12:35PMVienna International Airport (VIE)
$5631One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Deutsche Bahn
09:29AM4h03
Munich Hbf
01:32PMVienna Hbf
$771One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
08:16AM4h49
Munich Hbf
01:05PMVienna Hbf
$701One-way
1 transfer
Deutsche Bahn
10:16AM5h36
Munich Hbf
03:52PMVienna Westbahnhof
$861One-way
1 transfer
FlixBus
07:05AM5h10
Munich
12:15PMVienna
$291One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
11:05AM5h40
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
04:45PMVienna
$291One-way
0 transfers
FlixBus
06:30AM5h45
Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB)
12:15PMVienna
$291One-way
0 transfers
Smartwings
08:45AM6h30
Munich Airport (MUC)
03:15PMVienna International Airport (VIE)
$1641One-way
1 transfer
Air Baltic
09:30AM5h05
Munich Airport (MUC)
02:35PMVienna International Airport (VIE)
$3271One-way
1 transfer
Air Mercury
08:25AM7h15
Munich Airport (MUC)
03:40PMVienna International Airport (VIE)
$3511One-way
1 transfer

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How to Travel from Munich to Vienna

A variety of transport options are available for traveling from Munich to Vienna. The journey is just over 400 kilometers and flying is the fastest option. Direct bus routes usually take slightly longer than the equivalent train routes.

Trains from Munich to Vienna | Buses from Munich to Vienna | Flights from Munich to Vienna

Munich to Vienna Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€24

4:33 h

1 Week Ahead

trains

€46

4:00 h

2 Months Ahead

flight

€159

0:50 h

1 Week Before



What is the best way to travel from Munich to Vienna?

Cheapest way to travel from Munich to Vienna


cheap

Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Munich to Vienna. Buses traveling from Munich to Vienna depart from Vienna ZOB and take approximately 5 hours to arrive at either Vienna Hütteldorf, Westbahnhof Europaplatz, or Südtiroler Platz. Buses are an average of €22 cheaper than taking the train. Approximately 16 buses travel from Munich to Vienna per day. Bus companies that travel from Munich to Vienna include Flixbus, Eurolines, and Hellö.


Fastest way to travel from Munich to Vienna


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Taking a flight is the fastest way to travel from Munich to Vienna. A Munich to Vienna usually only requires 55 minutes of flight time; however, when transport to and from the Vienna and Munich airports are taken into consideration, the journey will take approximately 4:15 h. Flights traveling from Munich to Vienna depart from Munich airport and arrive at Vienna's International airport. Airlines that fly directly from Vienna to Munich include Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines. Approximately 18 direct flights travel from Munich to Vienna every day.


Most popular way to travel from Munich to Vienna


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Taking the train is the most popular way to travel from Munich to Vienna. Trains traveling from Munich to Vienna depart from Munich Hauptbahnhof and take approximately 4 hours to arrive at either Vienna Hauptbahnhof. There are approximately 20 trains traveling from Munich to Vienna every day, with the first departing Munich at 6:24 a.m. All trains that travel from Munich to Vienna are operated by Deutsche Bahn.


How to get from Munich to Vienna

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Munich to Vienna, 87,12% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Munich to Vienna and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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Travel on Eurolines Germany, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. And FlixBus travel between Munich and Vienna at great prices. Omio finds you travel times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies all in one place.

The ÖBB ICE is a high-speed train service operated by the Austrian Federal Railways (ÖBB). It is one of the most popular train services in Austria, offering fast and comfortable journeys between major cities. The ICE trains are modern and well-equipped, with comfortable seating, air-conditioning, and power sockets. There are three types of ICE trains: ICE T, ICE S, and ICE Sprinter. The ICE T is the fastest, with speeds of up to 230 km/h, while the ICE S and ICE Sprinter offer slightly slower speeds. The ÖBB ICE offers a range of ticket types, including single tickets, return tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include a restaurant car, free Wi-Fi, and a range of entertainment options. The most popular routes for the ÖBB ICE include Vienna to Salzburg, Vienna to Innsbruck, and Vienna to Graz. These routes offer stunning views of the Austrian countryside and provide a convenient way to travel between major cities.

        FAQs: Travel from Munich to Vienna

        FAQs: 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 Munich to Vienna.
        FAQs

        There are 3 travel options from Munich to Vienna: train, bus or flight.

        The cheapest way to get from Munich to Vienna is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $29 (€25) compared to other travel options to Vienna:

        Taking a bus costs $133 (€115) less than taking a flight, which average ticket prices of $161 (€140).

        Taking a bus costs $3 (€3) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $32 (€28).

        The quickest way to travel between Munich and Vienna is by flight, which takes on average 55 min   compared to other travel options that take longer:

        Bus takes 5 h 5 min on average.

        Train takes 3 h 53 min on average.

        The distance is approximately 220 miles (355 km) from Munich to Vienna.

        The average frequency per day from Munich to Vienna is:

        • 6 buses per day.
        • Around 3 trains per day.

        However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your trip to Vienna from Munich as scheduled services by train, bus or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

        These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Munich to Vienna:

        • Most travelers take a bus from Munich, Central Bus Station (ZOB) to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
        • Most travelers who buy a plane ticket from Munich to Vienna depart from Munich Airport to Vienna International Airport.
        • Most travelers who purchase a train ticket from Munich to Vienna depart from Munich Hbf to Vienna Hbf.

        Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Munich to Vienna:

        • You can go to Vienna from Munich by bus with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus, Eurolines Deutschland, STUDENT AGENCY k. S. Arda Tur, Interbus or BlaBlaCar Bus. You'll see cheap bus tickets for $29 (€25) with FlixBus from Munich to Vienna on Omio.
        • You can go to Vienna from Munich by plane with Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa Cityline (2), Lufthansa, Eurowings, Air Dolomiti or Autoherc. You'll see cheap plane tickets for $184 (€160) with Eurowings from Munich to Vienna on Omio.
        • You can go to Vienna from Munich by train with Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | ICE, Sylt Shuttle Plus, ÖBB | Regionalzug, ÖBB | S-Bahn or Bayerische Regiobahn. You'll see cheap train tickets for $32 (€28) with Deutsche Bahn from Munich to Vienna on Omio.

        Yes, there are direct routes from Munich to Vienna with the following travel companies:

        • You'll find 6 direct buses a day to Vienna with FlixBus.
        • You can check for a direct train to Vienna with Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn or ÖBB with 3 direct trains per day.

        Direct services to Vienna tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.

        Many of our customers traveling from Munich to Vienna don't make Vienna their final stop. Some of the destinations worth visiting after Vienna are Budapest, Prague, Bratislava or Salzburg, either of which you could add to your trip itinerary. Check Omio for the best and cheapest ways to travel from Vienna to any of these top destinations today!
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