How to travel from Prague to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Prague to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Prague to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €127.

Distance: 157 miles (253 km)

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€21

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€18

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€473

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

Our recommendation

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

FlixBusFlixBus
10:05AM4h25
Prague, Central Train Station
02:30PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
$231One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

Regiojet(Prague -> Vienna)
03:00PM4h40
Praha, ÚAN Florenc
07:40PMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
$151One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

FlixBusFlixBus
08:05PM3h54
Prague, Central Train Station
11:59PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
$221One-way
0 transfers

Other options

RegiojetRJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
06:01AM4h20
Prague hlavní nádraží
10:21AMVienna Hbf
$161One-way
0 transfers
RegiojetRJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest)
09:01AM4h17
Prague hlavní nádraží
01:18PMVienna Hbf
$291One-way
0 transfers
RegiojetRJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
06:01AM4h32
Prague hlavní nádraží
10:33AMWien Meidling
$161One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
09:50AM4h40
Praha, ÚAN Florenc
02:30PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
$231One-way
0 transfers
FlixBusFlixBus
07:35AM3h55
Prague, Central Train Station
11:30AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
$261One-way
0 transfers
Regiojet(Prague -> Vienna)
07:00AM4h40
Praha, ÚAN Florenc
11:40AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
$241One-way
0 transfers

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How to Travel from Prague to Vienna?

The route from Prague to Vienna is well-served by bus, train, and plane. Traveling by plane may take just under 1 hour. Buses tend to be the cheapest option. For those that prefer to travel overnight, there is a convenient night train service that operates every day of the week.

Trains from Prague to Vienna | Buses from Prague to Vienna | Flights from Prague to Vienna

Prague to Vienna Travel Comparison

Average Price Travel Time Cheapest Time to Book
Bus €16 3:55 h 1 Week Ahead
Train €23 3:59 h 2 Weeks Ahead
Flight €99 0:45 h 1 Month Ahead


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

Cheapest way to travel from Prague to Vienna

Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Prague to Vienna. Buses traveling from Prague to Vienna depart from Prague's Hlavní Nádraží bus station and take approximately 4 hours to arrive at either Vienna's Stadion Center or Stadion Erdberg bus station. Over 30 buses travel from Prague to Vienna every day, with the earliest departing at 3:15 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Prague to Vienna include Infobus, Flixbus, Eurolines and Regiojet.

Fastest way to travel from Prague to Vienna

Flying is the fastest way to travel from Prague to Vienna. With only 45 minutes of flight time, taking a flight is at least 3 hours faster than taking the train or bus. However, when travel to and from Prague and Vienna's airports is taken into consideration, taking a flight takes nearly the same amount of time as the train or bus. Flights traveling from Prague to Vienna depart from Prague's Václav Havel Airport and arrive at Vienna International Airport. Austrian Airlines fly directly from Prague to Vienna at least 5 times per day.

Most popular way to travel from Prague to Vienna

Taking the bus is the most popular way to travel from Prague to Vienna. Considering that buses, trains, and flights all require approximately the same amount of time to travel from Prague to Vienna, most travelers choose to save money by taking the bus. However, taking the train is also a popular option for travelers who prefer extra space on the journey.

How to get from Prague to Vienna

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Prague to Vienna, 87,32% 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 Prague 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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FAQs: Travel from Prague 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 Prague to Vienna.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Prague and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $12 (€10).

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

A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Prague to Vienna costing on average $16 (€13).

A bus is $147 (€117) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Vienna costing on average $160 (€127).

The fastest way to travel from Prague to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 55m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 5m.

Train takes on average 4h 2m.

The distance from Prague to Vienna is approximately 157 miles (253 km).
The average frequency per day from Prague to Vienna is:
  • Around 49 buses per day.
  • Around 23 trains per day.
  • Around 15 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Prague 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 Prague to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Prague hlavní nádraží and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Praha, ÚAN Florenc and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Prague to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Regiojet, ÖBB | Railjet, České dráhy, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB, Leo Express, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines, Tasman Australia Airlines, Eurowings , Air Baltic, LOT Polish Airlines, Air Malta, Air Serbia, Smartwings to go to Vienna by flight.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC), FlixBus, ArdaTur, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus to go to Vienna by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Prague to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 13 direct trains per day with Regiojet, ÖBB | Railjet, České dráhy, ÖBB Nightjet.
  • 3 direct flights per day with Austrian Airlines, Tasman Australia Airlines.
  • 40 direct buses per day with FlixBus, ArdaTur, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus.
Omio customers who travel from Prague to Vienna often also extend their vacation to go to Budapest, Bratislava, Salzburg, Paris, Munich. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vienna and these popular destinations at a great price.
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