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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Leipzig to Vienna
Cheapest price on Aug 31
€40
Average ticket price on Aug 31
€118
Fastest journey on Aug 31
8 h
Average journey duration on Aug 31
8 h 3 m
Trains on Aug 31
63
Distance
451 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Leipzig to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Leipzig to Vienna will cost around €118 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €40.
It's difficult to get from Leipzig to Vienna without transferring at least 2 times.
IC 2441 · BUS 10177 · RJ 1773:25 PM8h24Leipzig Hbf11:49 PMVienna Hbf€401One-way2 transfers- IC 2447 · BUS 10173 · RJ 173+
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna)9:25 AM10h53Leipzig Hbf8:18 PMVienna Hbf€431One-way3 transfers - EC 459 · RJ 277 · EC 1035:49 AM8h00Leipzig Hbf1:49 PMVienna€501One-way2 transfers
IC 2449+
Bus10171+
EC 279 · EC 2057:25 AM8h24Leipzig Hbf3:49 PMVienna Hbf€521One-way4 transfers- IC 2445+Bus10175+
RJ 175+EC 20711:25 AM8h24Leipzig Hbf7:49 PMVienna Hbf€521One-way3 transfers
- EC 459 · RJ 277 · EC 1035:49 AM8h00Leipzig Hbf1:49 PMVienna€501One-way2 transfers
- EC 459 · EC 103+RJ 2775:49 AM8h00Leipzig Hbf1:49 PMVienna Hbf€521One-way2 transfers
ICE 1652 · ICE 1005+RJX 679:27 AM8h05Leipzig Hbf5:32 PMVienna Hbf€2491One-way2 transfers- ICE 1654 · ICE 1003+RJX 657:27 AM8h05Leipzig Hbf3:32 PMVienna Hbf€2461One-way2 transfers
- ICE 1650 · ICE 1007+RJX 6911:27 AM8h05Leipzig Hbf7:32 PMVienna Hbf€2461One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Leipzig to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leipzig to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €44 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €44, while a flight costs an average of €438.
Distance: 451 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€88 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest | €438 Average price |
8h 35m Average total duration 8h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 55m Average total duration 8h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.5 - 1.1kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Leipzig to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Leipzig to Vienna trains for today, Sunday, August 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EC 459 · RJX 251 | Delayed 3:49 AM 5:49 AMLeipzig Hbf | 9h00 | 2:49 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
| EC 459 · RJ 277 · EC 103 | Delayed 3:49 AM 5:49 AMLeipzig Hbf | 8h00 | 1:49 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| EC 459 · EC 103+RJ 277 | Delayed 3:49 AM 5:49 AMLeipzig Hbf | 8h00 | 1:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S5X · ICE 1507 · S3 · ICE 211 | 12:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 8:32 PM Vienna | 4 transfers | |
| DB S5X+ICE 1507+DB S3+ICE 211 | 12:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| DB S5X+ICE 1507+DB S3+ICE 211 | 12:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 8:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| DB S5X+ICE 1507+DB S3+ICE 211 | 12:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h59 | 9:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| IC 2443+EC 283 · EC 107+RJ 383 | 1:25 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h24 | 9:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1558 · ICE 1009+RJX 261 | On time 1:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h05 | 9:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1558 · ICE 1009 · RJX 261 | On time 1:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h05 | 9:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1558 · ICE 1009+RJX 261+IC 749 | On time 1:27 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h36 | 10:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 509 · EC 1219 | Delayed 11:58 AM 1:55 PMLeipzig Hbf | 8h52 | 10:47 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
| S5X · ICE 1509 · EC 1219 | On time 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h43 | 10:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| S5X · ICE 1509 · EC 213 · RJX 19919 | 2:04 PM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 10:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
| Monday, August 31 | |||||
| ICE 501+EC 1213 | On time 5:41 AM Leipzig Hbf | 9h06 | 2:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 501 · EC 1213 | On time 5:41 AM Leipzig Hbf | 9h06 | 2:47 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
| RE50 · RJX 251 | 6:00 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h49 | 2:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 16505 · RJX 251 | On time 6:00 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h49 | 2:49 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
| DB S5X+ICE 1501+EC 115+RJX 186 | 6:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 2:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| S5X · ICE 1501 · EC 1213 | 6:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h43 | 2:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| S5X · ICE 1501 · EC 115 · RJX 186 | 6:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 2:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2449+Bus10171+RJ 171+EC 279 | 7:25 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h24 | 3:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| ICE 1654 · ICE 1003+RJX 65 | On time 7:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h05 | 3:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1654 · ICE 1003+RJX 65+IC 647 | On time 7:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h36 | 4:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1654 · ICE 1003 · RJX 65 | On time 7:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h05 | 3:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| DB S5X+ICE 1503 · ICE 1215+RJX19977 | 8:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 4:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| DB S5X+ICE 1503 · ICE 1215 | 8:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h43 | 4:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S5X · ICE 1503 · ICE 1215 | On time 8:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h43 | 4:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| S5X · ICE 1503 · ICE 1215 · RJX 19977 | 8:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 4:32 PM Vienna | 3 transfers | |
| IC 2447 · BUS 10173 · RJ 173+RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 9:25 AM Leipzig Hbf | 10h53 | 8:18 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1652 · ICE 1005+RJX 67 | On time 9:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h05 | 5:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1652 · ICE 1005+RJX 67+IC 741 | On time 9:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h36 | 6:03 PM Vienna Hbf | 3 transfers | |
| ICE 1652 · ICE 1005 · RJX 67 | On time 9:27 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h05 | 5:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 505+EC 1217 | On time 9:55 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h52 | 6:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 505+RE5 · RJX19915 | On time 9:55 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h37 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 505 · EC 1217 | On time 9:55 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h52 | 6:47 PM Vienna | 1 transfer | |
ICE 505 · RJX 19915+ 79023 | On time 9:55 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h37 | 6:32 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| DB S5X+ICE 1505+DB S3+ICE 119 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 6:32 PM Vienna Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| DB S5X+ICE 1505+EC 1217 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h43 | 6:47 PM Vienna Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S5X · ICE 1505 · EC 1217 | On time 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h43 | 6:47 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| S5X · ICE 1505 · S3 · ICE 119 | 10:04 AM Leipzig Hbf | 8h28 | 6:32 PM Vienna | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Leipzig to Vienna
Germany
Austria
Trains from Leipzig to Vienna run on average 10 times per day, taking around 8h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €45 but you can travel from only €27 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 451 km distance in 7h 37m.
Distance 451 km |
Average train duration 8h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €45 |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 7h 37m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:35 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, EuroNight from Leipzig to Vienna trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, EuroNight trains will get you between Leipzig and Vienna from €27. 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 | ICE
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
EuroNight
FAQs: Trains from Leipzig to Vienna
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Leipzig 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Leipzig to Vienna
Most Leipzig to Vienna trains use the Leipzig Hauptbahnhof to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Leipzig and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Leipzig station do trains to Vienna leave from?
Getting to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Leipzig Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Zchocolat, Vapiano Leipzig
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Hauptbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Grandhotel Handelshof, a&o Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Leipzig.
Getting to Leipzig Markt from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig Markt train station facilities and services
Leipzig Markt has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: China White, Cafe Barbakane, X-Maza, Vodkaria
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig Markt. ATMs are available at Leipzig Markt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig Markt. Information desks are available at Leipzig Markt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig Markt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig Markt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig Markt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig Markt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Seaside Park, Pentahotel Leipzig, Victors Residenzhotel, Marriott.
Getting to Leipzig-Connewitz from Leipzig city centre
Leipzig-Connewitz is 4 km from Leipzig city centre. Public transport options include:
Leipzig-Connewitz train station facilities and services
Leipzig-Connewitz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: TD Imbiss, Bistro Cleopatra, Bistro mit Internet, Calla Pizza
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Leipzig-Connewitz. ATMs are available at Leipzig-Connewitz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Leipzig-Connewitz. Information desks are available at Leipzig-Connewitz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Leipzig-Connewitz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Leipzig-Connewitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Leipzig-Connewitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Leipzig-Connewitz.
Which Vienna station do trains from Leipzig arrive at?
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Getting to Wien Meidling Bahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Meidling Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
Getting to Wien Westbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
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