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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 17 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
29 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
40 m
Trains on 17 Sept
6
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from St Pölten to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from St Pölten to Vienna will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 6 trains from St Pölten to Vienna, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 29 m .
The slowest trains will take 54 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.
RJX 761
IC 543
RJX19929
RJX19979
IC 543
RJX 761
RJX19929
IC 543
RJX19979
RJX 761+
RJ 655Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from St Pölten to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 55 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £19 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 3m Average total duration Fastest 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Other travel options to Vienna take longer:
Coach takes on average 53m.
You'll arrive about 29m sooner (33m by train vs 1h 2m by car). Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £19 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with ÖBB, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB | ICE, Westbahn, České dráhy, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for St Pölten to Vienna trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 761+ RJ 655 | 8:03 St.Pölten Hbf | 0h54 | 8:57 Vienna Airport | 1 change | |
RJX 761 | 8:03 St.Pölten Hbf | 0h29 | 8:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 543 | 8:30 St.Pölten Hbf | 0h33 | 9:03 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 543 | 8:30 St.Pölten Hbf | 0h57 | 9:27 Vienna Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19979 | 9:03 St.Pölten Hbf | 0h54 | 9:57 Vienna Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX19929 | 9:03 St.Pölten Hbf | 0h29 | 9:32 Vienna Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from St Pölten to Vienna run on average 13 times per day, taking around 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 29m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 29m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Major art museum in a grand historic building, with Old Masters, classical antiquities and decorative arts.
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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 St Pölten 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 St Pölten to Vienna trains use the St.Pölten Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhof station pair, with some services arriving at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Use this guide to compare St Pölten and Vienna train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St.Pölten Hbf is 1 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
St.Pölten Hbf 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 La Dolce Vita, Gasthaus Figl
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St.Pölten Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St.Pölten Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St.Pölten Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St.Pölten Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St.Pölten Hbf: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Metropol, Cityhotel D&C, Hotel Graf.
St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal) is 1 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple food outlets available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal).
Available at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at St.Pölten, Hbf (Busterminal): Elevators and ramps available for accessibility.
St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof is 1 km from St Pölten city centre. Public transport options include:
St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof.
ATMs are available at St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof.
Available at St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof: Parking, WC.
Available at St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St.Pölten Alpenbahnhof.
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 Meidling Bahnhof is 4 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Meidling Bahnhof 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 Meidlinger Markt, Gasthaus Tirolergarten
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Meidling Bahnhof: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Rainers, Austria Trend Hotel Bosei, Hotel Fabrik.
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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