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Museum KZ-Gedenkstätte Mauthausen
Main museum and memorial exhibitions document the camp’s history through preserved spaces, archives, and thoughtful interpretation.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Mauthausen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Mauthausen will cost around £43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
To travel from Vienna to Mauthausen you need to make at least one change.
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Trains from Vienna to Mauthausen run on average 10 times per day, taking around 1h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:08, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 136 km distance in 1h 16m.
Distance 136 km |
Average train duration 1h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 1h 16m |
First train 0:08 |
Last train 22:36 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Vienna to Mauthausen.
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Mauthausen trains for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC 546+ REX 33 | 8:34 Vienna Airport | 2h25 | 10:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 1 change | |
EC 1216+ REX 7 · REX 33 | 8:46 Vienna Airport | 2h13 | 10:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 2 changes | |
IC 546+ S 1+ REX 33 | 8:57 Vienna Hbf | 2h02 | 10:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 2 changes | |
IC 546+ R 33 | 8:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h02 | 11:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 1 change | |
IC 546+ REX 33+ S 1 | 8:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h02 | 12:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 2 changes | |
IC 546+ S 1+ REX 33 | 8:57 Vienna | 2h02 | 10:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 2 changes | |
EC 1216+ REX 33 | 9:13 Vienna Hbf | 1h46 | 10:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 1 change | |
EC 1216+ REX 33 | 9:13 Vienna | 1h46 | 10:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 1 change | |
IC 548+ R 33 | 9:34 Vienna Airport | 2h25 | 11:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 1 change | |
IC 548+ REX 33+ S 1 | 9:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h02 | 12:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 2 changes | |
IC 548+ R 33 | 9:57 Vienna Hbf | 2h02 | 11:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 1 change | |
IC 640+ REX 33+ S 1 | 10:57 Vienna Hbf | 2h02 | 12:59 Mauthausen OÖ | 2 changes | |
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Main museum and memorial exhibitions document the camp’s history through preserved spaces, archives, and thoughtful interpretation.
Visitor centre with permanent displays that introduce the site, its history, and practical context before exploring the memorial grounds.
Local museum in nearby Enns presenting regional history, archaeology, and town development in a compact historic setting.
Central square with historic buildings and everyday local life, useful as a starting point for exploring the town on foot.
Danube promenade area for gentle walks, river views, and a quieter look at Mauthausen beyond its major memorial sites.
Former granite quarry area linked to the memorial, visited for its landscape, history, and powerful sense of place.
A rich Upper Austrian potato soup, often finished with cream and marjoram. It is a comforting regional staple in inns across the Mühlviertel area.
Rustic potato noodles or dumplings from Upper Austria, usually fried and served savoury or sweet. They reflect farmhouse cooking common in the region.
A hearty roasted pork joint with crackling, typically served with dumplings and cabbage. It is a classic Sunday and tavern dish in Upper Austria.
Traditional inn in Mauthausen serving Austrian classics in a relaxed setting. A practical choice for regional meat dishes and local hospitality.
Established hotel restaurant with Austrian and seasonal dishes. Expect a comfortable atmosphere suited to a sit-down lunch or dinner.
Casual riverside café and restaurant known for simple meals, cakes and drinks. Good for a relaxed stop with Danube views in season.
Moderate for Austria. Meals and coffee are fairly priced, while hotels and rail trips cost less than in Vienna or Salzburg.
Service is usually included, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% is polite in restaurants. Round up taxi fares. In cafés, leave small change or round up.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Mauthausen 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 Mauthausen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vienna to Mauthausen trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Mauthausen OÖ station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna and Mauthausen 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.
Mauthausen OÖ has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Mauthausen OÖ.
ATMs are available at Mauthausen OÖ.
Available at Mauthausen OÖ: Parking, WC.
Available at Mauthausen OÖ: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mauthausen OÖ.
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