The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna to Passau
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£52
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 23 m
Trains per day
33
Distance
220 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna to Passau is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Passau will cost around £52 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 33 trains that leave Vienna for Passau every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 220 km distance in an average of 2 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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.
RJ 820+
S 20:286h59Vienna Hbf7:27Passau Hbf£181One-way1 change
RJX 768+
R 5022:282h54Vienna Hbf1:22Passau Hbf£321One-way1 change
IC 848+
REX 504:573h25Vienna Hbf8:22Passau Hbf£411One-way1 change
IC 840+
R 5020:574h25Vienna Hbf1:22Passau Hbf£451One-way1 change
NJ 4049019:362h29Vienna Hbf22:05Passau Hbf£501One-way0 changes
ICE 122410:132h21Vienna Hbf12:34Passau Hbf£551One-way0 changes
ICE 122014:132h21Vienna Hbf16:34Passau Hbf£551One-way0 changes
ICE 2017:132h21Vienna Hbf19:34Passau Hbf£551One-way0 changes
ICE 12286:132h21Vienna Hbf8:34Passau Hbf£551One-way0 changes
NJ 4049019:362h29Vienna Hbf22:05Passau Hbf£501One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Vienna to Passau
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Passau among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £23.
Distance: 220 km
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£54 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 13m Average total duration Fastest 2h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vienna to Passau train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Passau trains for today, Wednesday 3 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 768+ R 50 | 22:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h54 | 1:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
| Thursday 4 June | |||||
RJ 820+ S 2 | 0:28 Vienna Hbf | 6h59 | 7:27 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
S 80+ CJX 5+ R 53+ S 1 | 1:16 Vienna Hbf | 6h11 | 7:27 Passau Hbf | 4 changes | |
IC 848+ REX 50 | 4:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h25 | 8:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 368+ REX 50 | 5:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h54 | 8:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1228 | 6:13 Vienna Hbf | 2h21 | 8:34 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 260+ REX 50 | 6:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h44 | 9:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 542+ REX 50 | 6:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h25 | 10:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 560+ REX 50 | 7:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h54 | 10:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 544+ REX 50 | 7:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h15 | 11:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 262+ REX 50 | 8:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h44 | 11:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 546+ R 51 · R 50 | 8:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h28 | 12:25 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 562+ REX 51+ R 50 | 9:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h57 | 12:25 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1224 | 10:13 Vienna Hbf | 2h21 | 12:34 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 60+ REX 50 | 10:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h44 | 13:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 640+ REX 50 | 10:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h25 | 14:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 766+ REX 50 | 11:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h54 | 14:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 642+ REX 50 | 11:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h15 | 15:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 862+ REX 50 | 12:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h44 | 15:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 644+ R 51 · R 50 | 12:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h28 | 16:25 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 566+ REX 51+ R 50 | 13:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h57 | 16:25 Passau Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1220 | 14:13 Vienna Hbf | 2h21 | 16:34 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 864+ REX 50 | 14:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h44 | 17:12 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 648+ REX 50 | 14:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h25 | 18:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 185+ REX 50 | 15:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h54 | 18:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 20 | 17:13 Vienna Hbf | 2h21 | 19:34 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
RJX 760+ REX 50 | 17:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h54 | 20:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 744+ REX 50 | 17:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h25 | 21:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 868+ REX 50 | 18:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h54 | 21:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
NJ 40490 | 19:36 Vienna Hbf | 2h29 | 22:05 Passau Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
IC 748+ R 50 | 19:57 Vienna Hbf | 3h25 | 23:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 264+ R 50 | 20:28 Vienna Hbf | 2h54 | 23:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 840+ R 50 | 20:57 Vienna Hbf | 4h25 | 1:22 Passau Hbf | 1 change | |
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Overview: Train from Vienna to Passau
Trains from Vienna to Passau run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 220 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 220 km |
Average train duration 2h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 22:34 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: ÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Hungarian Railways (MÁV) from Vienna to Passau trainsÖBB | ICE, ÖBB | REX, ÖBB | InterCity, ÖBB, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Railjet, Westbahn, ÖBB | S-Bahn, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Hungarian Railways (MÁV) trains will get you between Vienna and Passau from £15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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ÖBB | REX
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Railjet
Westbahn
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | S-Bahn
Hungarian Railways (MÁV)
FAQs: Vienna to Passau train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna to Passau 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 Passau, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna and Passau
- 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.
- 5:30 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 is available via Keißlergasse.
- Restaurant Hütteldorfer
- Gasthaus Maria Brunn
- Outside the main entrance.
- €0.50
- Hotel An der Wien
- Hotel Kreiner
- Hotel Hadrigan
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for regional and S-Bahn trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Metro: U4
- S-Bahn: S45, S50
- 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
- Monday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Tuesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Wednesday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Thursday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Friday: 06:30 - 18:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 13:30
- Ava Restaurant & Cocktailbar
- Gastronomie Innsteg
- Café Kowalski
- Lecorner
- IBB Hotel Passau
- Hotel Atrium
- Hotel Herdegen Garni
- Hotel König
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