The cheapest and fastest trains from Karlsruhe to Vienna
Cheapest price
£92
Average price
£156
Fastest journey
7 h 26 m
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karlsruhe to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karlsruhe to Vienna will cost around £156 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £92.
To travel from Karlsruhe to Vienna you need to make at least one change.
ICE 267+
RJX 65 · RJX 767
IC 2069 · ICE 27
IC 2067+
ICE 91+
RJ 649
IC 2067+
ICE 91
IC 2067 · ICE 91
RE 1+
ICE 591+
RJX 65
ICE 267 · S 6 · RJX 65
ICE 267+
RJX 65
IC 2069 · ICE 27
IC 2067+
ICE 91Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Karlsruhe to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karlsruhe to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a train costs an average of £47.
Distance: 594 km
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£123 Average Price | £41 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 41m Average total duration Fastest 8h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 42m Average total duration 10h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Karlsruhe to Vienna train times
The table below shows live departures for Karlsruhe to Vienna trains for today, Tuesday 25 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 267+ RJX 65+ IC 647+ RJ 656 | On time 07:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 8h22 | 15:27 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
ICE 267+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | On time 07:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 8h00 | 15:05 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 267+ RJX 65 | On time 07:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h27 | 14:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 267+ RJX 65 · RJX 865 | On time 07:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h52 | 14:57 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
ICE 267 · S 6 · RJX 65 | On time 07:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h27 | 14:32 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 267+![]() | On time 07:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 13h47 | 20:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 change | |
ICE 267+ RJX 65 · RJX 767 | On time 07:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 8h52 | 15:57 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
RE 1+ ICE 591+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | 07:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h59 | 15:05 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
RE 1+ ICE 591+ RJX 65 | On time 07:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h26 | 14:32 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
RE 19673 · ICE 591 · RJ 85 · RJX 767 | On time 07:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 8h26 | 15:32 Vienna Hbf | 3 changes | |
RE 1+ ICE 591+ RJX 65 · RJX 865 | 07:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h51 | 14:57 Vienna Airport | 3 changes | |
RE 1+ ICE 591+ RJX 65+ IC 647 | 07:06 Karlsruhe Hbf | 8h21 | 15:27 Vienna Airport | 4 changes | |
IC 2067+ ICE 91+ RJ 649 | On time 08:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 8h22 | 16:27 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
IC 2067+![]() | On time 08:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 12h47 | 20:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 change | |
IC 2067+ ICE 91 | On time 08:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h42 | 15:47 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 2067 · ICE 91 | On time 08:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h42 | 15:47 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 9571+![]() | On time 08:28 Karlsruhe Hbf | 12h24 | 20:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 1 change | |
RE 19009 · ICE 563 · RJX 67 | On time 08:32 Karlsruhe Hbf | 8h00 | 16:32 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 2069 · ICE 27 | On time 10:05 Karlsruhe Hbf | 7h42 | 17:47 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Karlsruhe to Vienna
Trains from Karlsruhe to Vienna run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £47 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 594 km distance in 7h 26m.
Distance 594 km |
Average train duration 8h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £47 |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 7h 26m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:53 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet from Karlsruhe to Vienna trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, EuroNight, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB Nightjet trains will get you between Karlsruhe and Vienna from £27. 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 | ICE
ÖBB
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Railjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB Nightjet
EuroNight
FAQs: Karlsruhe to Vienna train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karlsruhe 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 Karlsruhe and Vienna
- Monday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 21:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 09:00 - 20:00
- Vinarte
- Am Tiergarten
- Panorama
- Alter Brauhof
- Hotel Barbarossa
- Hotel Avisa
- Am Tiergarten
- Aparthotel Aijana
- Monday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Thursday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Friday: 08:00 13:30 - 12:30 18:00
- Saturday: 09:00 - 13:00
- Hubraum
- Vogel Hausbräu Durlach
- Asia Gourmet
- Borsalino
- Hotel Große Linde
- Zum Erwin
- Der Blaue Reiter
- 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
- 5:30 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 is available via Keißlergasse.
- Restaurant Hütteldorfer
- Gasthaus Maria Brunn
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel An der Wien
- Hotel Kreiner
- Hotel Hadrigan
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: U4
- S-Bahn: S45, S50
- 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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