The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to České Budějovice
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 42 m
Trains per day
6
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 £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 6 trains that leave Vienna for České Budějovice every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 163 km distance in an average of 3 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 8 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.
7:573h52Vienna11:49České Budějovice£91One-way0 changes
10:414h08Vienna14:49České Budějovice£131One-way0 changes
9:283h21Vienna12:49České Budějovice£161One-way0 changes
13:283h21Vienna16:49České Budějovice£161One-way0 changes
14:003h49Vienna17:49České Budějovice£161One-way0 changes
9:283h21Vienna12:49České Budějovice£161One-way0 changes
13:283h21Vienna16:49České Budějovice£161One-way0 changes
14:003h49Vienna17:49České Budějovice£161One-way0 changes
7:573h52Vienna11:49České Budějovice£91One-way0 changes
10:414h08Vienna14:49České Budějovice£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train 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 £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 43m. 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 £9, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 163 km
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4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration 4h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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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, Sunday 31 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 642+ Bus 3804+ S 3 | 11:34 Vienna Airport | 4h19 | 15:53 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
IC 642 · Sp 3804 | 11:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h56 | 15:53 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
IC 642+ S 3+ Bus 3804 | 11:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h56 | 15:53 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
IC 740+ S 3+ Bus 3806 | 15:34 Vienna Airport | 4h19 | 19:53 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
IC 740 · Sp 3806 | 15:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h56 | 19:53 České Budějovice station | 1 change | |
IC 740+ S 3+ Bus 3806 | 15:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h56 | 19:53 České Budějovice station | 2 changes | |
rj 50 · Os 4834 · Os 22842 · Os 28301 | 21:10 Vienna Hbf | 10h45 | 7:55 České Budějovice station | 4 changes | |
| Monday 1 June | |||||
![]() | 7:00 Vienna | 4h49 | 11:49 České Budějovice | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:57 Vienna | 3h52 | 11:49 České Budějovice | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna to České Budějovice
Trains from Vienna to České Budějovice run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 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 5m.
Distance 163 km |
Average train duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 3h 5m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | REX, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB from Vienna to České Budějovice trainsÖBB | REX, České dráhy, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | Railjet, ÖBB trains will get you between Vienna and České Budějovice from £9. 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and České Budějovice
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- 5:00 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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