The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to České Budějovice
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£43
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 22 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
163 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to České Budějovice is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to České Budějovice will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Vienna to České Budějovice you need to make at least one change.
S 4+
REX 41+
Os 2168
S 4+
REX 41+
Os 2164
Sp 2110 · Os 2164
Sp 2114 · Os 2168
Sp 2118 · Os 2172
Sp 2110 · Os 2164
Sp 2114 · Os 2168
Sp 2108 · Os 2160
Sp 2106 · Os 2158
rjx 760 · EC 336Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Vienna to České Budějovice
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to České Budějovice among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £8, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 163 km
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4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vienna to České Budějovice train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to České Budějovice trains for today, Monday 1 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Sp 2114 · Os 2168 | 13:28 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h21 | 16:49 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
R 324 · Os 2170 | 14:00 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h49 | 17:49 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 2 December | |||||
S 1 · S 45+ REX 41+ Os 2158 | 07:00 Vienna Hbf | 3h49 | 10:49 České Budějovice station | 3 changes | |
Sp 2106 · Os 2158 | 07:28 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h21 | 10:49 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
RJ 546+ EC 332 | 07:33 Vienna Airport | 5h19 | 12:52 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
RJ 559+ ICE 92+ EC 332 | 08:33 Vienna Airport | 4h19 | 12:52 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
REX 7+ S 45+ REX 41+ Os 2160 | 08:41 Vienna Airport | 4h08 | 12:49 České Budějovice station | 3 changes | |
S 4+ REX 41+ Os 2160 | 08:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h52 | 12:49 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
RJX 860+ EC 332 | 09:02 Vienna Airport | 3h50 | 12:52 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
ICE 92+ EC 332 | 09:13 Vienna Hbf | 3h39 | 12:52 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
RJX 860+ EC 332 | 09:28 Vienna Hbf | 3h24 | 12:52 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
Sp 2108 · Os 2160 | 09:28 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h21 | 12:49 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
RJ 640+ S 3 | 09:33 Vienna Airport | 5h23 | 14:56 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
RJX 766+ S 3 | 10:02 Vienna Airport | 4h54 | 14:56 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
RJ 653+ IC 642+ S 3 | 10:33 Vienna Airport | 4h23 | 14:56 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
REX 7+ S 45+ REX 41+ Os 2164 | 10:41 Vienna Airport | 4h08 | 14:49 České Budějovice station | 3 changes | |
IC 642+ S 3 | 10:55 Vienna Hbf | 4h01 | 14:56 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
S 4+ REX 41+ Os 2164 | 10:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h52 | 14:49 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
Sp 2110 · Os 2164 | 11:28 Vienna Franz-Josefs-Bahnhof | 3h21 | 14:49 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
RJ 644+ EC 334 | 11:33 Vienna Airport | 5h19 | 16:52 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
RJ 657+ IC 646+ EC 334 | 12:33 Vienna Airport | 4h19 | 16:52 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
REX 7+ S 45+ REX 41+ Os 2168 | 12:41 Vienna Airport | 4h08 | 16:49 České Budějovice station | 3 changes | |
IC 646+ EC 334 | 12:55 Vienna Hbf | 3h57 | 16:52 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
S 4+ REX 41+ Os 2168 | 12:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h52 | 16:49 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
RJX 864+ EC 334 | 13:02 Vienna Airport | 3h50 | 16:52 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Vienna to České Budějovice
Trains from Vienna to České Budějovice run on average 15 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 163 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 00:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Train companies: ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, České dráhy, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB from Vienna to České Budějovice trainsÖBB | REX, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, České dráhy, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB trains will get you between Vienna and České Budějovice from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Vienna to České Budějovice train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to České Budějovice 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 České Budějovice, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and České Budějovice
- 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
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via the roundabout.
- Restaurant Gasthaus Hansy
- Rollercoaster Restaurant
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Austria Classic Hotel Wien
- Motel One Wien-Prater
- Hotel Praterstern
- 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 trains
- Hall 2: Metro connections
- Metro: Line U1, Line U2
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S7
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Gigergasse.
- Restaurant Steirereck
- Plachutta Wollzeile
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Hilton Vienna Park
- InterContinental Vienna
- Hotel Am Konzerthaus Vienna
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for S-Bahn and City Airport Train
- Hall 2: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: S1, S2, S3, S7
- U-Bahn: U3, U4
- 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
- 5:00 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 via Nádražní street.
- Masné krámy
- Restaurace U Solné brány
- Outside the main entrance.
- CZK 10
- Clarion Congress Hotel České Budějovice
- Grandhotel Zvon
- Hotel Budweis
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for trains to Austria, Germany, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Trolleybus: Lines 2, 3, 5, 9
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