The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Strasbourg
Cheapest price
€216
Average price
€221
Fastest journey
9 h 6 m
Average duration
9 h 16 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
638 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Strasbourg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Strasbourg will cost around €221 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €216.
It's difficult to get from Vienna to Strasbourg without transferring at least 2 times.
RJX 262 · ICE 564 · RE 4733+
SWE 87448
RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 9590
RJX 262 · ICE 564 · RE 4733+
SWE 87448
RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 9590Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vienna to Strasbourg
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Strasbourg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €332.
Distance: 638 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€210 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest | €577 Average price |
9h 12m Average total duration Fastest 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 0m Average total duration 12h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 18m Average total duration 13h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vienna to Strasbourg train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Strasbourg trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, December 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 262 · ICE 564 · RE 4733+ SWE 87448 | On time 7:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 9h06 | 4:34 PM Strasbourg station | 3 transfers | |
RJX 262 · ICE 564 · ICE 9590 | On time 7:28 AM Vienna Hbf | 9h25 | 4:53 PM Strasbourg station | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to Strasbourg
Trains from Vienna to Strasbourg run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €92 but you can travel from only €30 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 638 km distance in 8h 36m.
Distance 638 km |
Average train duration 8h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price €92 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 8h 36m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:45 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet from Vienna to Strasbourg trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB Nightjet, ÖBB, Hungarian Railways (MÁV), ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet trains will get you between Vienna and Strasbourg from €30. 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
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Trains from Vienna to Strasbourg
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Strasbourg 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 Strasbourg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Vienna, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Vienna Hbf, Vienna Airport and Vienna Westbahnhof. When arriving in Strasbourg, you can end your route in train stations like Strasbourg, Krimmeri-Meinau and Strasbourg-Roethig.
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 Strasbourg, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vienna to Strasbourg
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Rue de la Gare.
- Restaurant Le Kuhn
- Brasserie Flo
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- Hotel Mercure Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Ibis Strasbourg Centre Gare
- Le Grand Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- VéloParc Gare: 760 places, covered VéloParc Sainte-Aurélie: 680 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-13 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tramway connections
- Tramway: Line A, Line D
- Bus: Several lines available
- TER: Regional trains
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