The cheapest and fastest trains from České Budějovice to Vienna
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£44
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 24 m
Trains per day
33
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 £44 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
To travel from České Budějovice to Vienna you need to make at least one change.
Os 2153 · Sp 212312:103h23České Budějovice station15:33Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof£121One-way1 change
Os 2165 · Sp 213518:103h17České Budějovice station21:27Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof£141One-way1 change
Os 2161 · Sp 213316:103h17České Budějovice station19:27Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof£141One-way1 change
Os 2157 · Sp 212514:103h17České Budějovice station17:27Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof£141One-way1 change
Sp 3807 · IC 74917:524h11České Budějovice station22:03Vienna Hbf£141One-way1 change
Os 2165 · Sp 213518:103h17České Budějovice station21:27Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof£141One-way1 change
Os 2161 · Sp 213316:103h17České Budějovice station19:27Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof£141One-way1 change
Os 2157 · Sp 212514:103h17České Budějovice station17:27Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof£141One-way1 change
Os 2153 · Sp 212312:103h23České Budějovice station15:33Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof£121One-way1 change
Os 2153+
REX 41+
S 45+
REX 112:103h48České Budějovice station15:58Vienna Hbf£411One-way3 changes
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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 35m. 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 £13.
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 tomorrow, Saturday 16 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sp 3801 · IC 545 | 6:00 České Budějovice station | 4h03 | 10:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
Sp 3803 · IC 643 | 10:03 České Budějovice station | 4h00 | 14:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus 3803+ R 3+ IC 643 | 10:03 České Budějovice station | 4h24 | 14:27 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
Bus 3803+ R 3+ IC 643 | 10:03 České Budějovice station | 4h00 | 14:03 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
Bus 3803 · Bus 3803+ R 3+ IC 643 | 10:04 České Budějovice station | 4h23 | 14:27 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
Bus 3803 · Bus 3803+ R 3+ IC 643 | 10:04 České Budějovice station | 3h59 | 14:03 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 300333 · EC 400333 · S 3865 · IC 649 | 12:06 České Budějovice station | 4h57 | 17:03 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
Os 2153 · Sp 2123 | 12:10 České Budějovice station | 3h23 | 15:33 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 1 change | |
Os 2153+ REX 41+ S 45+ REX 1 | 12:10 České Budějovice station | 3h48 | 15:58 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
Os 2153+ REX 41+ S 4 | 12:10 České Budějovice station | 4h21 | 16:31 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
Os 2153+ REX 41+ S 40+ IC 647 | 12:10 České Budějovice station | 4h17 | 16:27 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
Sp 3805 · IC 741 | 14:03 České Budějovice station | 4h00 | 18:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
Bus 3805+ R 3+ IC 741 | 14:03 České Budějovice station | 4h24 | 18:27 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
Bus 3805+ R 3+ IC 741 | 14:03 České Budějovice station | 4h00 | 18:03 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
Sp 3+ IC 741 | 14:05 České Budějovice station | 4h22 | 18:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
Sp 3+ IC 741 | 14:05 České Budějovice station | 3h58 | 18:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
Os 2157 · Sp 2125 | 14:10 České Budějovice station | 3h17 | 17:27 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 1 change | |
Os 2157+ REX 41+ S 4+ IC 741 | 14:10 České Budějovice station | 4h17 | 18:27 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
Os 2157+ REX 41+ S 45+ REX 1 | 14:10 České Budějovice station | 3h48 | 17:58 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
EC 300335 · EC 400335 · S 3875 · IC 747 | 16:06 České Budějovice station | 4h57 | 21:03 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
Os 2161 · Sp 2133 | 16:10 České Budějovice station | 3h17 | 19:27 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 1 change | |
Os 2161 · Sp 41+ S 40+ IC 745 | 16:10 České Budějovice station | 4h17 | 20:27 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
Os 2161 · Sp 41+ S 45+ REX 1 | 16:10 České Budějovice station | 3h48 | 19:58 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
Os 2161 · Sp 41+ S 4 | 16:10 České Budějovice station | 4h21 | 20:31 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
Sp 3807 · IC 749 | 17:52 České Budějovice station | 4h11 | 22:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
Sp 3+ IC 749 | 18:05 České Budějovice station | 4h22 | 22:27 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
Sp 3+ IC 749 | 18:05 České Budějovice station | 3h58 | 22:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
Os 2165 · Sp 2135 | 18:10 České Budějovice station | 3h17 | 21:27 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 1 change | |
Os 2165 · Sp 41+ S 40+ IC 749 | 18:10 České Budějovice station | 4h17 | 22:27 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
Os 2165 · Sp 41+ S 45 · S 3 | 18:10 České Budějovice station | 3h51 | 22:01 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
Os 2165 · Sp 41+ S 4 | 18:10 České Budějovice station | 4h21 | 22:31 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Overview: Train from České Budějovice to Vienna
Trains from České Budějovice to Vienna run on average 18 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. 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 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 17m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 49 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | REX, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, RegioJet a.s., České dráhy (ČD) from České Budějovice to Vienna trainsÖBB | REX, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB, ÖBB | Railjet, RegioJet a.s., České dráhy (ČD) 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.

popular train stations
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
- 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.
- 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, 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
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