The cheapest and fastest trains from Dresden to Vienna
Cheapest price
€42
Average price
€107
Fastest journey
7 h 58 m
Average duration
8 h 17 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
369 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Dresden to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dresden to Vienna will cost around €107 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €42.
It's difficult to get from Dresden to Vienna without transferring at least 2 times.
BUS 10171 · EC 171+
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna)
BUS 10379 · EC 379+
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna)
BUS 10173 · EC 173+
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna)
BUS 10171 · EC 171 · EC 279 · REX 2351
BUS 10171 · EC 171 · RJ 79
BUS 10379 · EC 379+
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna)
Bus10379+
EC 379 · EC 281 · EC 107
BUS 10171 · EC 171 · EC 279 · REX 2351
BUS 10173 · EC 173 · REX 2359
BUS 10171 · EC 171 · RJ 79Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Dresden to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Dresden to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 57m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €130.
Distance: 369 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€61 Average price | €34 Average price Cheapest | €358 Average price |
7h 35m Average total duration 7h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 55m Average total duration 6h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Dresden to Vienna train times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:10 PM Dresden | 8h50 | 5:00 AM Vienna | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 5 | |||||
ICE 1652 · ICE 505 · ICE 91 | 7:10 AM Dresden Hbf | 8h37 | 3:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Bus10171+ EC 171 · EC 279+ REX 1 | 7:20 AM Dresden | 8h58 | 4:18 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
BUS 10171 · EC 171+ RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:20 AM Dresden | 9h01 | 4:21 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
BUS 10171 · EC 171 · EC 279 · REX 2351 | 7:20 AM Dresden | 8h26 | 3:46 PM Wien Praterstern | 3 transfers | |
BUS 10171 · EC 171+ RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 7:20 AM Dresden | 11h58 | 7:18 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
BUS 10171 · EC 171 · RJ 79 | 7:20 AM Dresden | 8h29 | 3:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Bus10171+ EC 171+ RJ 79 · RJ 649 | 7:20 AM Dresden | 9h07 | 4:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
Bus10171+ EC 171+ RJ 79 | 7:20 AM Dresden | 8h29 | 3:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
IC 2048+ ICE 93 | On time 8:09 AM Dresden Hbf | 8h38 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2048 · ICE 93 | On time 8:09 AM Dresden Hbf | 8h38 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
IC 2048+ ICE 93+ RJ 750 | 8:09 AM Dresden Hbf | 9h18 | 5:27 PM Vienna Airport | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1650 · ICE 507 · ICE 27 | 9:10 AM Dresden Hbf | 8h37 | 5:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
BUS 10173 · EC 173 · REX 2359 | 9:20 AM Dresden | 8h26 | 5:46 PM Wien Praterstern | 2 transfers | |
BUS 10173 · EC 173+ RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 9:20 AM Dresden | 9h58 | 7:18 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Bus10173+ EC 173+ RJ 371 | 9:20 AM Dresden | 8h29 | 5:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Bus10173+ EC 173+ REX 1 · REX 7 | 9:20 AM Dresden | 8h58 | 6:18 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
BUS 10379 · EC 379+ RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 11:20 AM Dresden | 7h58 | 7:18 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
Bus10379+ EC 379 · EC 281 · EC 107 | 11:20 AM Dresden | 8h07 | 7:27 PM Vienna Airport | 4 transfers | |
Bus10379+ EC 379+ RJ 373 · RJ 747 | 11:20 AM Dresden | 9h07 | 8:27 PM Vienna Airport | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Dresden to Vienna
Distance 369 km |
Average train duration 7h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €38 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 6h 36m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regiojet, EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE from Dresden to Vienna trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Regiojet, EuroNight, ÖBB | ICE trains will get you between Dresden and Vienna from €22. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Regiojet
ÖBB | ICE
EuroNight
FAQs: Trains from Dresden to Vienna

Passengers board the train most frequently from Dresden Hbf, which is located around 1.7 miles (2.7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Vienna Hbf, located 2.8 miles (4.5 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Dresden to Vienna
- Mon - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- There are luggage lockers close to by the waiting room and the stairs leading to Platforms 3/4.
- Burger King
- asiagourmet
- dean&david
- Hot Dog King
- Starbucks
- Subway
- BABA Döner
- Marché
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- & more
- Accessible facilities such as toilets and ramps and additional assistance as needed. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Hotel Kipping
- Pullman Dresden Newa
- IntercityHotel Dresden
- Located by Platform 9 in the main concourse.
- Monday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 06:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sunday: 07:00 - 20:00
- ElbUferei
- Raskolnikoff
- Byblos
- Kantine No. 2
- Bilderberg Bellevue Hotel Dresden
- Rothenburger Hof
- Mezcalero
- Villa Romantika
- La Stella
- Jacky's Eat-Meet-Fun Location
- Zur Hanni
- BrennNessel
- VG Bistro
- Antalya
- Dix-Diner
- Achat Hotel Dresden
- Elbflorenz
- Artis
- Motel One Dresden am Zwinger
- Italienisches Dörfchen
- BrennNessel
- Kahnaletto
- Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Elbflorenz
- Penck Hotel
- Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Artis
- Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Antalya
- Dix-Diner
- Bobby's Bistro & Pizzeria
- Hotel und Restaurant Cafe Friedrichstadt
- Artis
- 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
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the roundabout.
- Restaurant Gasthaus Hansy
- Rollercoaster Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Austria Classic Hotel Wien
- Motel One Wien-Prater
- Hotel Praterstern
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line U1, Line U2
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- 24 hours Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is available via the A4 motorway.
- Café Restaurant Johann Strauss
- Zugvogel
- Outside the main terminal.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- NH Vienna Airport Conference Center
- Moxy Vienna Airport
- LifeHotel Vienna Airport
- Cost €6
- Located in the main terminal
- Located in the main terminal
- Green Motion
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main terminal
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms
- Hall 3: CAT connections
- S-Bahn: Line S7
- Bus: Several lines available
- CAT (City Airport Train) to Vienna city center
- Mon - Fri: 09:00 - 21:00
- Sat: 09:00 - 18:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
- Burger King
- L’Osteria
- Akakiko
- McDonald’s
- Oberlaa
- Nordsee
- Som Kitchen
- Starbucks
- Admiral Sports Bar
- Asia Gourmet
- & many more
- Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
- Star Inn Hotel
- Quartier Belvedere
- AZIMUT Hotel Vienna
- Information desks are located at each end of the main level.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Nordbergstraße.
- Restaurant Zum Roten Bären
- Gasthaus Wickerl
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Austria Classic Hotel Wien
- Hotel Bellevue Wien
- Hotel Boltzmann
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and S-Bahn services
- Tram: Line D, Line 5
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Line S40
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access is available via Keißlergasse.
- Restaurant Hütteldorfer
- Gasthaus Maria Brunn
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel An der Wien
- Hotel Kreiner
- Hotel Hadrigan
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: U4
- S-Bahn: S45, S50
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Gigergasse.
- Restaurant Steirereck
- Plachutta Wollzeile
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hilton Vienna Park
- InterContinental Vienna
- Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for S-Bahn and City Airport Train
- Hall 2: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: S1, S2, S3, S7
- U-Bahn: U3, U4
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby, with several public parking options.
- Salm Bräu
- Restaurant Huth
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel Daniel Vienna
- Lindner Hotel Am Belvedere
- Austria Trend Hotel Savoyen Vienna
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform access
- Hall 2: ticket machines and waiting area
- S-Bahn: Line S1, S2, S3, S4, S7
- Tram: Line 71
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Eichenstraße.
- Restaurant Meidlinger Markt
- Gasthaus Tirolergarten
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Hotel Rainers
- Austria Trend Hotel Bosei
- Hotel Fabrik
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Austria, Germany, and Hungary
- Hall 2: S-Bahn and metro connections
- Metro: Line U6
- Tram: Line 62
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S60
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