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Vonderau Museum
Museum inside the palace showing historic rooms and collections on court life. Ideal for understanding Fulda’s baroque and political history.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Fulda is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Fulda will cost around £126 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
On Sun 01 Nov, we found 6 trains from Vienna to Fulda, including 6 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 550 km distance in an average of 7 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 34 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.

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Trains from Vienna to Fulda run on average 20 times per day, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:47. The fastest train covers the 550 km distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 550 km |
Average train duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 20 |
Fastest train 5h 42m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:47 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Vienna to Fulda.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Fulda trains for tomorrow, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:28 Vienna | 7h34 | 14:02 Fulda | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:13 Vienna | 6h49 | 15:02 Fulda | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:28 Vienna | 7h34 | 16:02 Fulda | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:13 Vienna | 6h49 | 16:02 Fulda | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:28 Vienna | 7h34 | 17:02 Fulda | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:28 Vienna | 7h34 | 18:02 Fulda | 0 changesdirect | |
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Museum inside the palace showing historic rooms and collections on court life. Ideal for understanding Fulda’s baroque and political history.
Gallery in the palace complex presenting changing exhibitions of modern and contemporary art in a refined historic setting.
Part of the Vonderau complex, this natural history section presents regional geology, wildlife and engaging displays for families.
Formal baroque garden beside the palace with flowerbeds, sculptures and promenades. Excellent for a relaxed walk near the historic centre.
Historic square framed by cathedral, palace and old buildings. It is the best place to appreciate Fulda’s baroque townscape and civic life.
Main shopping and strolling street through the old centre, lined with historic façades, shops and easy access to major sights.
Air-dried, spiced beef sausage from the Fulda area. It is a classic Rhön and East Hesse snack, often eaten with bread and mustard.
A coarse pork sausage from the Rhön region, usually smoked or air-dried. It is a traditional rural staple with strong local identity.
A hearty potato soup from Hesse, often enriched with vegetables and sausages. It is traditional comfort food in and around Fulda.
Well-known restaurant in Hotel Platzhirsch with modern German cooking and a polished but relaxed atmosphere in central Fulda.
Popular casual spot for Flammkuchen and Alsatian-inspired dishes, with a cosy cellar-style setting in the old town.
Traditional Fulda brewery inn serving regional dishes and house beer in a historic, lively setting near the old town.
Moderate for Germany: hotels are mid-priced, meals are reasonable, and local buses and trains are fairly affordable for visitors.
Round up or leave about 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up taxi fares and leave small change in cafés.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Fulda 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 Fulda, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vienna to Fulda trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Fulda Bahnhof station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Fulda train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Fulda Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Fulda Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Fulda Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Fulda Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Fulda Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Fulda Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Fulda Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Fulda Bahnhof.
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