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Today27 May
from US$82
Tomorrow28 May
from US$121
Thu29 May
Fri30 May
Sat31 May
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Next departures to Vienna

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 28 May at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 29 May at
    Destination city: Vienna
    Destination location: Erdberg
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 28 May at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 29 May at
    Destination city: Vienna
    Destination location: Erdberg
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 May at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 29 May at
    Destination city: Vienna
    Destination location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 May at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 29 May at
    Destination city: Vienna
    Destination location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 28 May at
    Departure city: Essen
    Departure location: HBF
    Arrival time: 29 May at
    Destination city: Vienna
    Destination location: Erdberg
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Essen to Vienna

Average priceUS$50 - US$170Average duration17h 10m
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average priceUS$51 - US$323Average duration15h 5m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$58 - US$114Average duration10h 40m
32kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Fastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Essen to Vienna

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 10 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$58, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
10h 40mAverage duration
US$58Cheapest ticket
32kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Vienna: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$97
Average train trip duration15h 5m
Number of daily trains14
Earliest train departure06:00
Distance474 miles
Latest train departure20:50

Essen to Vienna Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Essen - Vienna

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Essen to Vienna cost?

    The average train ticket price from Essen to Vienna is US$97. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Essen to Vienna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Essen to Vienna?

    A train trip between Essen and Vienna is around 15h 5m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 47m. This is the time it takes to travel the 473 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Essen and Vienna?

    The number of trains from Essen to Vienna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Vienna by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Vienna?

    Trains travelling between Essen and Vienna leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Erdberg, Hbf, Vienna Airport.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/05
US$161
26/05
US$117
Today
US$141
28/05
US$164
29/05
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31/05
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Essen to Vienna was searched and found on 26 May 2025 with a price of US$117

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Essen to Vienna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$117 to US$319 for a train ticket from Essen to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$164, which is on 2025-05-28.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Do you like to go fast? With high-speed trains going faster than 300 km/h on certain routes, the time will fly by. Taking a train between Essen and Vienna is also a great way to travel to arrive in the city centre and save more time for your stay in Vienna.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Vienna, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

By choosing the train between Essen and Vienna, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Essen to Vienna while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The first high-speed train line was inaugurated in 1964, in Japan, to connect Tokyo with Osaka. It was during the Olympics that the first passengers travelled aboard the Shinkansen at a speed of 210 km / h.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

You can find dogs as passengers on the trains of Moscow, where there is a large number of stray dogs. Over time, the dogs have learned the inner workings of the rail system and it is not uncommon to find one travelling between the city and the suburbs.

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