How to travel from Stuttgart to Vienna

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Stuttgart to Vienna

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 42m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $49, while a flight costs an average of $384.

Distance: 331 miles (534 km)

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Driving

$94

Average price

$49

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Cheapest

$384

Average price

$128

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

6h 58m

Average total duration

6h 28m

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30m

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9h 35m

Average total duration

9h 5m

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30m

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4h 42m

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Fastest

2h 42m

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2h 0m

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6h 53m

Average total duration

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0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.5 - 1.3kg

CO2 emissions

1.6 - 3.2kg

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Westbahn

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FlixBus

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KLM

Most popular airline

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

The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $49.

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

A bus is $45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Vienna costing on average $94.

A bus is $335 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Vienna costing on average $384.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 58m.

Bus takes on average 9h 35m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Stuttgart and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Stuttgart to Vienna among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 25m faster (6h 28m by train vs 6h 53m by car) and roughly $33 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($94 vs $128). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Stuttgart to Vienna

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:20 AM8h40
    Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    12:00 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:20 AM8h40
    Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    12:00 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $521One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Austrian AirlinesOS270
    7:45 PM1h10
    Stuttgart Airport
    8:55 PMVienna International Airport
    $4201One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • EuroNightEN 50237
    8:29 PM10h03
    Stuttgart Hbf
    6:32 AMVienna Hbf
    $561One-way
    0 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 699 · ICE 1211 · RJX 19975
    5:12 AM7h28
    Stuttgart Hbf
    12:40 PMVienna
    $601One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 699 · ICE 1211
    5:12 AM7h41
    Stuttgart Hbf
    12:53 PMVienna
    $601One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 PM8h55
    Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    5:30 AMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    8:35 PM9h15
    Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    5:50 AMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:20 AM9h25
    Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe
    2:45 PMVienna, International Busterminal (VIB)
    $521One-way
    0 transfers
  • Avion Express MaltaEW2756
    2:10 PM1h15
    Stuttgart Airport
    3:25 PMVienna International Airport
    $2331One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2756
    2:10 PM1h15
    Stuttgart Airport
    3:25 PMVienna International Airport
    $2531One-way
    0 transfers
  • EurowingsEW2758
    7:00 PM1h15
    Stuttgart Airport
    8:15 PMVienna International Airport
    $2701One-way
    0 transfers

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How to get from Stuttgart to Vienna

The Best Way According to our Users

When it comes to choosing a method of transportation from Stuttgart to Vienna, 66,67% of our customers do not hesitate to choose the flight as their preferred way to travel. Nowadays, passengers who want to fly around Europe have more options than ever before. With dozens of budget airlines covering several routes which connect to virtually all European countries, taking a flight to reach your desired destination is easy and inexpensive. The low fares and the short flight time are, among others, some of the reasons why our users choose the airplane as the best way to get from Stuttgart to Vienna, even if they have to face baggage limitations and long lines at check-in and security control. You can book your flights with Omio to make sure you are always taking the fastest route or getting the best deal. You can also add extra luggage and book securely with several methods of payment such as Apple Pay, PayPal and more.

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FAQs: Travel from Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Vienna.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Stuttgart and Vienna including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Stuttgart to Vienna is a bus with an average price of $49.

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

A bus is $45 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Vienna costing on average $94.

A bus is $335 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Vienna costing on average $384.

The fastest way to travel from Stuttgart to Vienna is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 42m.

Other travel options to Vienna take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 58m.

Bus takes on average 9h 35m.

The distance from Stuttgart to Vienna is approximately 331 miles (534 km).
The average frequency per day from Stuttgart to Vienna is:
  • Around 53 trains per day.
  • Around 36 flights per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Vienna:
  • Flights mostly depart from Stuttgart Airport and arrive in Vienna International Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Stuttgart Hbf and arrive in Vienna Westbahnhof.
  • Buses mostly depart from Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe and arrive in Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Stuttgart to Vienna, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Westbahn, EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet to go to Vienna by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Euroticket, Infobus, LikeBus, LikeBus to go to Vienna by bus.
  • Travel with Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti, KLM, KLM Cityhopper, Condor Flugdienst, braathens regional aviation, Helvetic Airways, Lot Polish Airlines, CitizenPlane, Swiss, Air France, Lufthansa, Air Serbia, Bulgaria Air, GetJet Airlines to go to Vienna by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Stuttgart to Vienna with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with Westbahn, EuroNight.
  • 8 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Euroticket, Infobus, LikeBus, LikeBus.
  • 4 direct flights per day with Eurowings, Austrian Airlines, Avion Express Malta, Air Baltic, Air Dolomiti, braathens regional aviation.
Omio customers who travel from Stuttgart 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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