The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Vienna
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€26
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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Prague to Vienna will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 20 trains that leave Prague for Vienna on Tue, Jan 06, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 06 the 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 .
On Tue, Jan 06 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 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna)
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest)
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest)
rj 259
EC 283 · EC 107
rj 257
RJ 259
EC 283 · EC 107Travel Information
Compare train, bus, 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 bus with prices starting from €10. 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 bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €126.
Distance: 253 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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€29 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €344 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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Prague to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Vienna trains for today, Monday, January 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
rj 275 · EC 203 | 6:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 10:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 275+ EC 203 | 6:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 10:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
R 321 | 6:46 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h08 | 11:54 AM Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
rj 55 | 7:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 11:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 55 | 7:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 11:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 7:47 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h31 | 12:18 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 8:01 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h17 | 12:18 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
rj 277 · EC 103 | 8:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 12:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 277+ EC 103 | 8:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 12:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 251 | 9:36 AM Prague-Holešovice | 4h13 | 1:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
rj 251 | 9:36 AM Prague-Holešovice | 4h13 | 1:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
EC 279 · EC 205 | 10:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 2:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 11:47 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h34 | 4:21 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1035 (Prague -> Budapest) | 12:01 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h20 | 4:21 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 2:47 PM Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h31 | 7:18 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 3:01 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h17 | 7:18 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 3:47 PM Praha-Zahradní Město | 5h43 | 9:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 4:01 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h29 | 9:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, January 6 | |||||
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 4:47 AM Praha-Zahradní Město | 4h34 | 9:21 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 5:01 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h20 | 9:21 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 €13 but you can travel from only €10 by bus.
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 €13 |
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 €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB Nightjet
ÖBB | InterCity
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České dráhy
Trains from Prague to Vienna
Trains from Prague to Vienna are operated by Czech and Austrian Railways using the service known as Railjet. There are up to eight trains available every day, which cover the 185 miles that separate both cities in approximately 4 hours. Railjet trains are always direct and begin running daily at 6:50 a.m., followed by departures every two hours and ending with a train that departs before midnight.
What are the departure and arrival stations for trains from Prague to Vienna?
Departure Station: Trains from Prague to Vienna depart from Prague Hlavani, the city's central train station. From here, visitors can reach the Old Town on foot in 15-20 minutes, or take the city's underground, which has a station opposite Hlavani. Reaching the main attractions on the western side of the river requires an underground as well as a bus or tram.
Arrival Station: Trains from Prague to Vienna arrive at Wien Hauptbahnhof, which is half a mile away from the historic Belvedere Quarter, and approximately 30 minutes away from the city core area if using public transportation. Wien Hauptbahnhof also functions as an underground station and is handy for visitors headed to Stadtpark, Stephansplatz, and the university.
FAQs: Trains from Prague to Vienna
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 journey 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 1.8 miles (2.9 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 Prague to Vienna
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Wilsonova Street.
- Restaurant Fantova Kavárna
- Sushi Time
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Esplanade Prague
- Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag
- Hotel City Central
- Cost CZK 100
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-7 for trains to Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line C
- Tram: Lines 5, 9, 26
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available nearby with several public parking options.
- Restaurant Kotleta
- Café Imperial
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- CZK 10
- Hotel Kings Court
- Grand Hotel Bohemia
- Hotel Paris Prague
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for regional and suburban trains
- Metro: Line B
- Tram: Lines 3, 5, 14, 24
- Bus: Several lines available
- 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, 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
- 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
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