4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Prague to Vienna
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
4 h 12 m
Average duration
4 h 12 m
Trains per day
41
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 €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 41 trains that leave Prague for Vienna on Sat, Aug 22, 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Aug 22 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 Sat, Aug 22 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 273+
EC 1015:37 AM4h12Prague hlavní nádraží9:49 AMVienna Hbf€141One-way1 transfer
RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna)4:01 PM4h17Prague hlavní nádraží8:18 PMVienna Hbf€171One-way0 transfers
EC 283 · EC 1075:37 PM4h12Prague hlavní nádraží9:49 PMVienna Hbf€201One-way1 transfer- RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Vienna)5:01 PM5h29Prague hlavní nádraží10:30 PMVienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz€211One-way1 transfer
- RJ 514:35 AM4h14Prague hlavní nádraží8:49 AMVienna Hbf€211One-way0 transfers
- RJ 536:37 AM4h12Prague hlavní nádraží10:49 AMVienna Hbf€281One-way0 transfers
- RJ 273+EC 1015:37 AM4h12Prague hlavní nádraží9:49 AMVienna Hbf€141One-way1 transfer
- RJ 25312:37 PM4h12Prague hlavní nádraží4:49 PMVienna Hbf€901One-way0 transfers
- RJ 2552:37 PM4h12Prague hlavní nádraží6:49 PMVienna Hbf€431One-way0 transfers
- EC 283 · EC 1075:37 PM4h12Prague hlavní nádraží9:49 PMVienna Hbf€281One-way1 transfer
Travel 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 €12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 4m. 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 €12, and a flight costs an average of €178.
Distance: 253 km
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€19 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €356 Average price |
5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m 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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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Prague to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Prague to Vienna trains for today, Friday, August 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NJ 457 · EN 407 | Delayed 10:36 PM 12:36 AMPrague hlavní nádraží | 4h49 | 5:25 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 273+EC 101 | 5:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 9:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| rj 273 · EC 101 | 5:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 9:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1031 (Prague -> Budapest) | 6:01 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h20 | 10:21 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 53 | 6:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 10:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 275+EC 203 | 7:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 11:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 55 | 8:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 12:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 55 | 8:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 12:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1033 (Prague -> Budapest) | 9:01 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h17 | 1:18 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 277+EC 103 | 9:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 1:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| rj 277 · EC 103 | 9:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 1:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 251 | 10:36 AM Prague-Holešovice | 4h13 | 2:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 251 | 10:36 AM Prague-Holešovice | 4h13 | 2:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1043 (Prague -> Bratislava) · (Brno -> Vienna) | 11:01 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h49 | 4:50 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
| EC 279 · EC 205 | 11:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 3:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EC 279 · EC 205 | 11:37 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 3:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 253 | 12:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 4:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 253 | 12:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 4:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EC 281 · Os 2359 · S 28759 | 1:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h08 | 6:45 PM Vienna | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 255 | 2:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 6:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 255 | 2:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 6:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 175+EC 207 | 3:36 PM Prague-Holešovice | 4h13 | 7:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| rj 175 · EC 207 | 3:36 PM Prague-Holešovice | 4h13 | 7:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1037 (Prague -> Vienna) | 4:01 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h17 | 8:18 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 257 | 4:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 8:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 257 | 4:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 8:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1047 (Prague -> Bratislava) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 5:01 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h29 | 10:30 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 transfer | |
| EC 283 · EC 107 | 5:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 9:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EC 283 · EC 107 | 5:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 9:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| R 323 | 5:46 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 5h19 | 11:05 PM Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 259 | 6:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 10:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 259 | 6:37 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h12 | 10:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 177 | 7:36 PM Prague-Holešovice | 4h13 | 11:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 177 | 7:36 PM Prague-Holešovice | 4h13 | 11:49 PM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 1051 (Prague -> Brno) · (Brno -> Vienna) | 8:41 PM Prague hlavní nádraží | 7h19 | 4:00 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
 NJ 457 | 12:36 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 6h24 | 7:00 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| RJ 51 | 4:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h14 | 8:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
| rj 51 | 4:35 AM Prague hlavní nádraží | 4h14 | 8:49 AM Vienna Hbf | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Prague to Vienna
Czechia
Austria
Trains from Prague to Vienna run on average 26 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 15 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 13m.
Distance 253 km |
Average train duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 15 |
Fastest train 4h 13m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Train companies: RegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Railjet, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, Leo Express, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, České dráhy (ČD) from Prague to Vienna trainsRegioJet a.s., ÖBB | Railjet, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, Leo Express, ÖBB | InterCity, EuroNight, České dráhy (ČD) 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.
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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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Prague to Vienna
Most Prague to Vienna trains use the Praha hlavní nádraží to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare Prague and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Prague station do trains to Vienna leave from?
Getting to Praha hlavní nádraží from Prague city centre
Praha hlavní nádraží is 1 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha hlavní nádraží train station facilities and services
Praha hlavní nádraží has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, 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 Fantova Kavárna, Sushi Time
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha hlavní nádraží. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha hlavní nádraží: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Esplanade Prague, Falkensteiner Hotel Maria Prag, Hotel City Central.
Getting to Praha-Zahradní Město from Prague city centre
Praha-Zahradní Město is 6 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Zahradní Město train station facilities and services
Praha-Zahradní Město has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Zahradní Město: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Zahradní Město.
Getting to Praha-Holesovice from Prague city centre
Praha-Holesovice is 2 km from Prague city centre. Public transport options include:
Praha-Holesovice train station facilities and services
Praha-Holesovice 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 Na Kovárně, Cross Club
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Praha-Holesovice. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Praha-Holesovice. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Praha-Holesovice: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Praha-Holesovice: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mama Shelter Prague, Plaza Alta Hotel, Hotel Belvedere.
Which Vienna station do trains from Prague 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 Mitte-Landstraße Bahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Mitte-Landstraße Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Wien Mitte-Landstraße 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Steirereck, Plachutta Wollzeile
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Mitte-Landstraße Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Wien Mitte-Landstraße Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Mitte-Landstraße Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Mitte-Landstraße Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Mitte-Landstraße Bahnhof: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton Vienna Park, InterContinental Vienna, Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna.
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