The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Vienna
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
253 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Prague to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Vienna will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $20.
Of the 20 trains that leave Prague for Vienna every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 253 km distance in an average of 4 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna)
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna)
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Vienna)
EC 279+
IC 205
rj 277 · EC 103
EC 279 · EC 205
rj 253
RJ 277+
EC 103Travel Information
Compare train, coach 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 coach with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 36m. 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 coach costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $158.
Distance: 253 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$36 Average Price | $27 Average Price Cheapest | $430 Average Price |
5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 6m Average total duration 4h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Prague to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Vienna trains for today, Sunday, 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
rj 55 | 7:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 11:49 am Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 55 | 7:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 11:49 am Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:47 am Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h31 | 12:18 pm Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:01 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h17 | 12:18 pm Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 277 · EC 103 | 8:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 12:49 pm Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 277+ EC 103 | 8:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 12:49 pm Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 251 | 9:36 am Prague-Holešovice | 4h13 | 1:49 pm Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 251 | 9:36 am Prague-Holešovice | 4h13 | 1:49 pm Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 279 · EC 205 | 10:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 2:49 pm Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 279+ IC 205 | 10:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 2:49 pm Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 253 | 11:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 3:49 pm Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
rj 253 | 11:37 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 3:49 pm Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:47 am Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h34 | 4:21 pm Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:01 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h20 | 4:21 pm Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 2:47 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h31 | 7:18 pm Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 3:01 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h17 | 7:18 pm Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 3:47 pm Praha-Zahradní Město | 5h43 | 9:30 pm Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 4:01 pm Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h29 | 9:30 pm Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
| Monday, 15 December | |||||
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 4:47 am Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h34 | 9:21 am Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 5:01 am Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h20 | 9:21 am Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Prague to Vienna
Trains from Prague to Vienna run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $16 but you can travel from only $12 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 253 km distance in 4h 2m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 4h 2m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:56 |
Train companies: Regiojet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB, České dráhy from Prague to Vienna trainsRegiojet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, ÖBB, České dráhy trains will get you between Prague and Vienna from $12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Regiojet
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
EuroNight
České dráhy
FAQs: Prague to Vienna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Prague to Vienna by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Prague, you have various train station options to start your route from including Prague hlavní nádraží, Prague-Holešovice and Praha-Kačerov. When arriving in Vienna, you can end your route in train stations like Vienna Hbf, Vienna Airport, Vienna Westbahnhof and Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Prague hlavní nádraží, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Vienna Hbf, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Prague and Vienna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Partyzánská street.
- Restaurant Na Kovárně
- Cross Club
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- CZK 10
- Mama Shelter Prague
- Plaza Alta Hotel
- Hotel Belvedere
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Germany, Austria, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 6, 12, 17
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
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