1st Class
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- WC
Cheapest price on 08 Sept
£46
Average ticket price on 08 Sept
£63
Fastest journey on 08 Sept
9 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 08 Sept
9 h 48 m
Trains on 08 Sept
3
Distance
384 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chemnitz to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chemnitz to Vienna will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £46.
On Tue 08 Sept, we found 3 trains from Chemnitz to Vienna, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 384 km distance in an average of 9 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 9 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 9 h 55 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chemnitz to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, while a flight costs an average of £284.
Distance: 384 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
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£62 Average Price | £38 Average Price Cheapest | £284 Average Price | £87 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 31m Average total duration 8h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Chemnitz to Vienna:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Chemnitz to Vienna costing on average £62.
A coach is £246 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chemnitz to Vienna costing on average £284.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 55m.
Coach takes on average 8h 1m.
Tickets start at around £62 compared to roughly £87 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 7h 55m versus 5h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Chemnitz to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 8 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:04 Chemnitz | 9h45 | 16:49 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:54 Chemnitz | 9h55 | 17:49 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:04 Chemnitz | 9h45 | 17:49 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Chemnitz to Vienna run on average 16 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:35. The fastest train covers the 384 km distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 384 km |
Average train duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 7h 45m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:35 |
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Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Leading Austrian art museum with Klimt’s works, including The Kiss, inside the Baroque Upper Belvedere.
Contemporary art museum in the MuseumsQuartier, noted for post-war Austrian and international works.
Elegant central boulevard lined with museums, parks and monumental architecture; ideal for walking or tram views.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chemnitz 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.

Most Chemnitz to Vienna trains use the Chemnitz Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Chemnitz and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Chemnitz Hbf is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Genießer-Eck, Delphi, Zum Haineck, Japanisches Restaurant Osaka
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz Hbf. ATMs are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Information desks are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chemnitz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Chemnitzer Hof, Hotel Sächsischer Hof, Hotel an der Oper, Hotel Elisenhof.
Wittgensdorf ob Bhf is 7 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Wittgensdorf ob Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Wittgensdorf ob Bhf.
Ticket office support is available at Wittgensdorf ob Bhf. Information desks are available at Wittgensdorf ob Bhf.
Luggage storage is available at Wittgensdorf ob Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wittgensdorf ob Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wittgensdorf ob Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wittgensdorf ob Bhf.
Chemnitz Süd is 1 km from Chemnitz city centre. Public transport options include:
Chemnitz Süd has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: McDonald's, Maharadscha Palast, Café Südeck, Sofra-Dürüm-Döner
Wi-Fi is available at Chemnitz Süd. ATMs are available at Chemnitz Süd.
Ticket office support is available at Chemnitz Süd. Information desks are available at Chemnitz Süd.
Luggage storage is available at Chemnitz Süd. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Chemnitz Süd: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Chemnitz Süd: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chemnitz Süd.
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Flughafen Wien is 3 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Flughafen Wien 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, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Café Restaurant Johann Strauss, Zugvogel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Flughafen Wien. Information desks are located in the main terminal.
Luggage storage is available at Flughafen Wien. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Flughafen Wien: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Flughafen Wien: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Vienna Airport Conference Center, Moxy Vienna Airport, LifeHotel Vienna Airport.
Wien Praterstern is 1 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Praterstern 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 options include: Restaurant Gasthaus Hansy, Rollercoaster Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Praterstern. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Praterstern. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Praterstern: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Praterstern: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Praterstern.
Nearby hotels include Austria Classic Hotel Wien, Motel One Wien-Prater, Hotel Praterstern.
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