The cheapest and fastest trains from České Budějovice to Vienna
Cheapest price
£14
Average price
£41
Fastest journey
3 h 16 m
Average duration
3 h 20 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from České Budějovice to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from České Budějovice to Vienna will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.
To travel from České Budějovice to Vienna you need to make at least one change.
Os 2153 · Sp 2123
Os 2157 · Sp 2125
Os 2151 · Sp 2119
Os 2147 · Sp 2117
Os 2147+
REX 41+
S 45 · S 7
Os 2157 · Sp 2125
Os 2151 · Sp 2119
Os 2147 · Sp 2117
Os 2153 · Sp 2123
EC 331+
RJX 861Travel Information
Compare coach and train for České Budějovice to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from České Budějovice to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 34m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, and a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 163 km
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Live departures
České Budějovice to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for České Budějovice to Vienna trains for today, Saturday 15 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:05 České Budějovice | 4h00 | 22:05 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 16 November | |||||
EC 331+ IC 549 | 07:05 České Budějovice station | 4h00 | 11:05 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 331+ IC 549+ RJ 558 | 07:05 České Budějovice station | 4h22 | 11:27 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
EC 331+ RJX 861 | 07:05 České Budějovice station | 3h52 | 10:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 331+ RJ 641 | 07:05 České Budějovice station | 5h22 | 12:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
EC 331+ RJX 861 | 07:05 České Budějovice station | 3h27 | 10:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
Os 2147+ REX 41+ S 45 · S 7 | 07:10 České Budějovice station | 4h31 | 11:41 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
Os 2147+ REX 41+ S 4 | 07:10 České Budějovice station | 4h21 | 11:31 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
Os 2147+ REX 41+ S 45+ REX 1 | 07:10 České Budějovice station | 4h17 | 11:27 Vienna Airport | 4 changes | |
Os 2147 · Sp 2117 | 07:10 České Budějovice station | 3h17 | 10:27 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 1 change | |
Os 2147+ REX 41+ S 45+ REX 1 | 07:10 České Budějovice station | 3h48 | 10:58 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
Os 2151 · Sp 2119 | 09:10 České Budějovice station | 3h17 | 12:27 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 1 change | |
Os 2153 · Sp 2123 | 11:10 České Budějovice station | 3h22 | 14:32 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 1 change | |
Os 2157 · Sp 2125 | 13:10 České Budějovice station | 3h16 | 16:26 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from České Budějovice to Vienna
Trains from České Budějovice to Vienna run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 3h 17m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 4h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: ÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Railjet, Regiojet, České dráhy from České Budějovice to Vienna trainsÖBB, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Railjet, Regiojet, České dráhy trains will get you between České Budějovice and Vienna from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: České Budějovice to Vienna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from České Budějovice 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in České Budějovice and Vienna
- 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Access via Nádražní street.
- Masné krámy
- Restaurace U Solné brány
- Outside the main entrance.
- CZK 10
- Clarion Congress Hotel České Budějovice
- Grandhotel Zvon
- Hotel Budweis
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Austria, Germany, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 2, 3, 5, 9
- 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
- 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
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