The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Lübeck
Cheapest price
€122
Average price
€139
Fastest journey
10 h 11 m
Average duration
10 h 35 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
744 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Lübeck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Lübeck will cost around €139 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €122.
It's difficult to get from Vienna to Lübeck without transferring at least once.
ICE 26 · ICE 584
RJ 640+
ICE 26 · ICE 584
ICE 22 · ICE 272 · RE 11402
ICE 92 · ICE 786 · RE 11432
ICE 90+
ME 81638+
RE 11486
ICE 90+
ME 81638+
RE 11486
ICE 26 · ICE 584
ICE 26 · ICE 584
ICE 92 · ICE 786 · RE 11432
RJ 640+
ICE 26 · ICE 584Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Lübeck
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Lübeck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €40. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 49m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €40, and a flight costs an average of €60.
Distance: 744 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€126 Average price | €150 Average price | €62 Average price Cheapest |
11h 54m Average total duration 11h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 18h 26m Average total duration 17h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.2 - 4.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Vienna to Lübeck train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Lübeck trains for today, Wednesday, November 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 92 · ICE 786 · RE 11432 | On time 9:13 AM Vienna Hbf | 10h39 | 7:52 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
RJ 640+ ICE 26 · ICE 584 | 9:33 AM Vienna Airport | 11h09 | 8:42 PM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
ICE 26 · ICE 584 | 10:13 AM Vienna Hbf | 10h29 | 8:42 PM Lübeck Hbf | 1 transfer | |
ICE 22 · ICE 272 · RE 11402 | On time 2:13 PM Vienna Hbf | 14h39 | 4:52 AM Lübeck Hbf | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Lübeck
Trains from Vienna to Lübeck run on average 8 times per day, taking around 11h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €58 but you can travel from only €40 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 744 km distance in 9h 39m.
Distance 744 km |
Average train duration 11h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €58 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 9h 39m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:35 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) from Vienna to Lübeck trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Euro City (EC) trains will get you between Vienna and Lübeck from €40. 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 Nightjet
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
FAQs: Trains from Vienna to Lübeck
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Lübeck 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 Lübeck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Vienna, you have various train station options to start your route from including Vienna Hbf, Vienna Airport and Vienna Westbahnhof. When arriving in Lübeck, you can end your journey in train stations like Lübeck Hbf, Lübeck-Travemünde Strand station and Lübeck-Travemünde Hafen station.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Vienna Hbf, which is located around 2.9 miles (4.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Lübeck Hbf, located 3.6 miles (5.8 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna to Lübeck
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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
- Monday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Thursday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Friday: 05:45 - 20:00
- Saturday: 06:30 - 19:30
- Sunday: 08:30 - 19:30
- MyWaffel
- McDonald's
- Cafe Maret
- Café Brazil
- LIHO
- Mercure
- Hotel Stadt Lübeck
- Hotel an der Marienkirche
- TEATIME
- Café Marleen
- Niederegger
- Landungsbrücken
- Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde
- Deutscher Kaiser
- Lili Marleen
- Hotel Soldwisch
- TEATIME
- Café Marleen
- Strandoase
- Ostsee Lounge
- Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde
- Atlantic Grand Hotel Travemünde
- Seeschlößchen
- Deutscher Kaiser
- Corner Grill
- IKEA Restaurant
- Ciao Bella
- McDonald's
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