How to travel from Saarbrücken to Vienna

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Compare bus and train for Saarbrücken to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saarbrücken to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $63 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 9h 56m. 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 $63, while a train costs an average of $117.

Distance: 433 miles (698 km)

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Driving

$117

Average price

$63

Average price

Cheapest

$174

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

9h 56m

Average total duration

Fastest

9h 26m

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30m

Additional time*

12h 35m

Average total duration

12h 5m

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30m

Additional time*

8h 54m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.7 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

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

The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $63.

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

A bus is $54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Vienna costing on average $117.

The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 56m.

Bus takes on average 12h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Saarbrücken and Vienna including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Saarbrücken 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 $117 compared to roughly $174 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $57. The journey takes 9h 26m versus 8h 54m 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 Saarbrücken to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:55 PM15h35
    Saarbrücken
    5:30 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    $701One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:55 PM15h35
    Saarbrücken
    5:30 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    $701One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn29525+Austrian AirlinesOS220
    3:51 PM7h14
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    11:05 PMVienna International Airport
    $2431One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • ÖBBRE1+ÖBB | ICEICE 919+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 213+ÖBBRJX19919
    12:47 PM9h45
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    10:32 PMVienna Hbf
    $761One-way
    3 transfers
  • ÖBBRE1+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 1219+ÖBB | ICEICE 919
    12:47 PM10h00
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    10:47 PMVienna Hbf
    $761One-way
    2 transfers
  • ÖBBRE1+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 213+ÖBBRJX19919+ÖBB | ICEICE 919
    12:47 PM10h10
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    10:57 PMVienna Airport
    $761One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    1:55 PM15h55
    Saarbrücken
    5:50 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $701One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    11:10 PM12h50
    Saarbrücken
    12:00 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $791One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    9:30 AM13h10
    Saarbrücken
    10:40 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $821One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn4144 · ICE 774 · S9+Austrian AirlinesOS214
    6:08 AM12h32
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    6:40 PMVienna International Airport
    $1881One-way
    3 transfers
  • Deutsche Bahn29507+Austrian AirlinesOS214
    6:51 AM11h49
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    6:40 PMVienna International Airport
    $1901One-way
    1 transfer
  • Deutsche Bahn4146 · ICE 202+Austrian AirlinesOS214
    7:47 AM10h53
    Saarbrücken Hbf
    6:40 PMVienna International Airport
    $2111One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Saarbrücken 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 Saarbrücken to Vienna.

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There are 2 options to travel between Saarbrücken and Vienna including taking a bus and train.
The cheapest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $63.

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

A bus is $54 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saarbrücken to Vienna costing on average $117.

The fastest way to travel from Saarbrücken to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 25m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 9h 56m.

Bus takes on average 12h 35m.

The distance from Saarbrücken to Vienna is approximately 433 miles (698 km).
The average frequency per day from Saarbrücken to Vienna is:
  • Around 16 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Saarbrücken to Vienna:
  • Trains mostly depart from Saarbrücken Hbf and arrive in Vienna Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Saarbrücken and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saarbrücken to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), SNCF | TGV INOUI to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with Austrian Airlines to go to Vienna by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Saarbrücken to Vienna:
  • 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Saarbrücken 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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