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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
2 h 13 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
2 h 13 m
Trains on 19 Sept
28
Distance
116 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Piestany to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Piestany to Vienna will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
To travel from Piestany to Vienna you need to make at least one change.
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REX 8Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Piestany to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a ferry costs an average of £35.
Distance: 116 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Ferry | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration 1h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Piestany to Vienna:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Piestany to Vienna costing on average £17.
A coach is £30 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Piestany to Vienna costing on average £35.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Ferry takes on average 1h 30m.
Train takes on average 2h 12m.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £25. The journey takes 2h 12m versus 1h 52m 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 Piestany to Vienna trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:33 Piestany | 2h13 | 9:46 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:33 Piestany | 2h13 | 10:46 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:06 Piestany | 2h40 | 12:46 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:33 Piestany | 2h13 | 16:46 Vienna | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 19 September | |||||
R 680+ REX 8 | 4:32 Piešťany | 2h14 | 6:46 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
R 10702+ REX 8 | 5:05 Piešťany | 2h41 | 7:46 Vienna Hbf | 1 change | |
R 10702+ REX 8 · REX 7 | 5:05 Piešťany | 3h10 | 8:15 Vienna Airport | 2 changes | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Piestany to Vienna run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 116 km distance in 2h 7m.
Distance 116 km |
Average train duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 2h 7m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Best time to book 1 day |
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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.
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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Piestany 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 Piestany to Vienna trains use the Piešťany to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Flughafen Wien. Use this guide to compare Piestany and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Piešťany has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Piešťany.
ATMs are available at Piešťany.
Available at Piešťany: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Piešťany: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Piešťany.
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.
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