- Must visit
Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
£27
Average price
£82
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Trains per day
64
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Vienna will cost around £82 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £27.
Of the 64 trains that leave Munich for Vienna every day 33 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 356 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.
RJ 1293 · IC 843
RJ 215 · RJ 845 · RJ 821
RJ 215 · RJ 845 · RJ 821
RE5 · RJX19937
EC 1219
969
ICE 211 · RJX 19917
967
963
961Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Munich to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £18, and a flight costs an average of £134.
Distance: 356 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£63 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest | £270 Average Price |
5h 53m Average total duration 5h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 20m Average total duration 5h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 1.1 - 2.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Vienna trains for today, Monday 24 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 186+ EC 115 | 10:16 Munich Hbf | 4h16 | 14:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 1213 | 10:21 Munich Hbf | 4h26 | 14:47 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 65 | 11:13 Munich Hbf | 4h19 | 15:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 65+ IC 647 | 11:13 Munich Hbf | 4h50 | 16:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
965 | 11:30 Munich Hbf | 4h22 | 15:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
965 | 11:40 Munich Ost | 4h12 | 15:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1215 | 12:09 Munich Hbf | 4h38 | 16:47 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19977+ ICE 117 | 12:16 Munich Hbf | 4h16 | 16:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 649+ ICE 117 | 12:16 Munich Hbf | 4h47 | 17:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 67 | 13:13 Munich Hbf | 4h19 | 17:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 67+ IC 741 | 13:13 Munich Hbf | 4h50 | 18:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RE5 · RJX19915 | 13:47 Munich Hbf | 4h45 | 18:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 19915+ 79023 | 13:47 Munich Hbf | 4h45 | 18:32 Vienna | 1 change | |
DB S5 · RJX19915+ ICE 119 | On time 14:05 München Hbf (tief) | 4h27 | 18:32 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 1217 | On time 14:21 Munich Hbf | 4h26 | 18:47 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 1217 | 14:21 Munich Hbf | 4h26 | 18:47 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 119 · RJX 19915 | On time 14:24 Munich Ost | 4h08 | 18:32 Vienna | 1 change | |
RJX 69 | 15:13 Munich Hbf | 4h19 | 19:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 69+ IC 745 | On time 15:13 Munich Hbf | 4h50 | 20:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 69 | On time 15:13 Munich Hbf | 4h19 | 19:32 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
967 | 15:32 Munich Hbf | 4h20 | 19:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
967 | 15:41 Munich Ost | 4h11 | 19:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5+ IC 747 | 15:47 Munich Hbf | 5h16 | 21:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RE5 · RJX19917 | 15:47 Munich Hbf | 4h45 | 20:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 19917+ 79029 | 15:47 Munich Hbf | 4h45 | 20:32 Vienna | 1 change | |
DB S5+ IC 747+ ICE 211 | On time 16:05 München Hbf (tief) | 4h58 | 21:03 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
DB S5 · RJX19917+ ICE 211 | On time 16:05 München Hbf (tief) | 4h27 | 20:32 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 211 · RJX 19917 | On time 16:22 Munich Ost | 4h10 | 20:32 Vienna | 1 change | |
RJX 261+ IC 749 | On time 17:12 Munich Hbf | 4h51 | 22:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 261 | 17:12 Munich Hbf | 4h20 | 21:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 261 | On time 17:12 Munich Hbf | 4h20 | 21:32 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
969 | 17:28 München Pasing | 4h24 | 21:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
969 | 17:43 Munich Ost | 4h09 | 21:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 213 · RJX 19919 | On time 18:15 Munich Hbf | 4h17 | 22:32 Vienna | 1 change | |
RJX19919+ EC 213 | On time 18:15 Munich Hbf | 4h17 | 22:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 1219 | On time 18:21 Munich Hbf | 4h26 | 22:47 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
EC 1219 | 18:21 Munich Hbf | 4h26 | 22:47 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 406 | 18:27 Munich Hbf | 4h49 | 23:16 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 406 | On time 18:27 Munich Hbf | 4h49 | 23:16 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
RE5 · RJX13483 | 18:44 Munich Hbf | 4h48 | 23:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 13483+ 79039 | 18:44 Munich Hbf | 4h48 | 23:32 Vienna | 1 change | |
RJ 1293+ IC 843 | On time 19:12 Munich Hbf | 4h51 | 0:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 1293 · IC 843 | On time 19:12 Munich Hbf | 4h51 | 0:03 Vienna | 1 change | |
RE5 · RJX19937 | 19:47 Munich Hbf | 4h48 | 0:35 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 19937+ 79041 | 19:47 Munich Hbf | 4h48 | 0:35 Vienna | 1 change | |
RJ 215 · RJ 845 · RJ 821 | On time 20:16 Munich Hbf | 9h19 | 5:35 Vienna Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJ 215 · RJ 845 · RJ 821 | On time 20:16 Munich Hbf | 9h19 | 5:35 Vienna | 2 changes | |
RE5+ EC 463 | 23:51 Munich Hbf | 6h41 | 6:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 25 August | |||||
RJX 265 | 6:04 Munich Hbf | 4h28 | 10:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 265+ IC 547 | On time 6:04 Munich Hbf | 4h59 | 11:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 265 | On time 6:04 Munich Hbf | 4h28 | 10:32 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 61 | 7:09 Munich Hbf | 4h23 | 11:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 61 | On time 7:09 Munich Hbf | 4h23 | 11:32 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
961 | 7:32 Munich Hbf | 4h20 | 11:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
961 | 7:41 Munich Ost | 4h11 | 11:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1211 | On time 8:03 Munich Hbf | 4h44 | 12:47 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1211 | 8:03 Munich Hbf | 4h44 | 12:47 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJ 113+ RJX19975 | On time 8:06 Munich Hbf | 4h26 | 12:32 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 113+ IC 641 | On time 8:06 Munich Hbf | 4h57 | 13:03 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
RJ 113 · RJX 19975 | On time 8:06 Munich Hbf | 4h26 | 12:32 Vienna | 1 change | |
RJX 63 | 9:13 Munich Hbf | 4h19 | 13:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
963 | 9:28 München Pasing | 4h24 | 13:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
963 | 9:41 Munich Ost | 4h11 | 13:52 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Munich to Vienna run on average 22 times per day, taking around 5h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £18 by coach.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 356 km distance in 3h 54m.
Distance 356 km |
Average train duration 5h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 3h 54m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Vienna — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vienna trip today.
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.
Large cultural quarter combining museums, courtyards, design shops and seasonal outdoor seating in former imperial stables.
Historic square by Stephansdom with shops, street life and easy access to Vienna’s old centre lanes.
Breaded veal cutlet fried until golden, traditionally served with potato salad. It is Vienna’s signature dish and a classic of local cookery.
Boiled beef in broth, usually served with horseradish, apple sauce and roast potatoes. A hallmark of old Viennese home and restaurant cooking.
Slow-cooked beef goulash with onions and paprika, often served with bread or dumplings. A long-standing favourite in Vienna’s taverns and beer halls.
Historic coffee house known for classic Viennese cakes, pastries and coffee in an elegant traditional setting.
Classic beer hall and restaurant serving goulash, schnitzel and Austrian beer in a lively, wood-panelled historic interior.
Traditional bakery and café famous for apple strudel and pastries, ideal for a casual stop in central Vienna.
Moderate for a Western European capital: hotels and dining are mid-to-high, but public transport is good value and many cafés and casual eateries are reasonably priced.
Service is often included, but rounding up is customary. In restaurants, add about 5-10%; round up in cafés and taxis for good service.
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Vienna Hbf -> Stephansplatz, Vienna
Trains from the Bavarian capital Munich to the beautiful Austrian capital Vienna run regularly every day of the week, with 8 direct services per day. Journey time is between 4-5 hours on the direct services provided by RailJet. There are also up to another 15 indirect services per day that involve 1 or 2 changes. Trains run 24 hours a day, although those departing later at night and in the early hours are sleeper trains that have a longer journey time of approximately 8-9 hours.
Departure Station: Trains for Vienna depart from Munich Hauptbahnhof, Munich's main public transport hub which can be reached easily via metro, overground or bus from anywhere in the city. The station is located to the west of the city centre, taking about 20 minutes to reach on foot.
Arrival Station: All direct trains from Munich arrive at Wien Hauptbahnhof, Vienna's main railway station located to the south of the city centre. From here visitors can board a Metro to the Historic Centre of Vienna, taking around 25 minutes.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Munich 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 Munich to Vienna trains use the München Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Westbahnhof. Use this guide to compare Munich and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Ost is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Ost 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: Haidhauser Augustiner, Burger King, Tassilogarten, Mitani
Wi-Fi is available at München Ost. ATMs are available at München Ost.
Ticket office support is available at München Ost. Information desks are available at München Ost.
Luggage storage is available at München Ost. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Ost: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Ost: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Ost.
Nearby hotels include Hilton Munich City, MOMA1890, Mk Hotel, Hotel Pension Christl.
München-Pasing is 8 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München-Pasing 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: Burger King, McDonald's, Hunsinger in der Goldenen Gans, Orexi Taverna
Wi-Fi is available at München-Pasing. ATMs are available at München-Pasing.
Ticket office support is available at München-Pasing. Information desks are available at München-Pasing.
Luggage storage is available at München-Pasing. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München-Pasing: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München-Pasing: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München-Pasing.
Nearby hotels include Guenstigwohnen24.de, Jagdschloss Residenz, Hotel Miano.
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.
Wien Westbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Westbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Westpol, Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Westbahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Westbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Westbahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof, Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle, Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof.
Wien Hütteldorf is 8 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hütteldorf 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, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Hütteldorfer, Gasthaus Maria Brunn
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hütteldorf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Hütteldorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Hütteldorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Hütteldorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hütteldorf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel An der Wien, Hotel Kreiner, Hotel Hadrigan.
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