The cheapest and fastest trains from Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Cheapest price on 18 Oct
£53
Average ticket price on 18 Oct
£174
Fastest journey on 18 Oct
7 h 54 m
Average journey duration on 18 Oct
8 h 6 m
Trains on 18 Oct
61
Distance
600 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf will cost around £174 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £53.
To travel from Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf you need to make at least one change.
IC 848+
EC 212+
ICE 880 · ICE 2284:578h40Vienna Hbf13:37Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£531One-way3 changes
IC 848+
EC 212+
ICE 7204:579h05Vienna Hbf14:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£531One-way2 changes
RJX 368+
EC 212+
ICE 880 · ICE 2285:288h09Vienna Hbf13:37Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£731One-way3 changes
RJX 368+
EC 212+
ICE 7205:288h34Vienna Hbf14:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£731One-way2 changes
EN 50462+
ICE 69223:2810h41Vienna Hbf10:09Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£941One-way1 change
964+
ICE 62210:087h54Vienna Westbahnhof18:02Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£2051One-way1 change
RJX 368+
EC 212+
ICE 880 · ICE 2285:288h09Vienna Hbf13:37Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£731One-way3 changes
RJX 162+
ICE 118 · ICE 786 · ICE 269:288h09Vienna Hbf17:37Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£2081One-way3 changes
RJX 166+
EC 114+
ICE 782 · ICE 2213:288h09Vienna Hbf21:37Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£2081One-way3 changes
RJX19976+
ICE 1214 · ICE 784 · ICE 2411:288h09Vienna Hbf19:37Frankfurt (Main) Hbf£2081One-way3 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Trains from Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf run on average 18 times per day, taking around 7h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:28, the last at 16:28. The fastest train covers the 600 km distance in 6h 14m.
Distance 600 km |
Average train duration 7h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 14m |
First train 3:28 |
Last train 16:28 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
Live departures
Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains for tomorrow, Sunday 18 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 848+ EC 212+ ICE 880 · ICE 228 | 4:57 Vienna Hbf | 8h40 | 13:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 848+ EC 212+ ICE 720 | 4:57 Vienna Hbf | 9h05 | 14:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 368+ EC 212+ ICE 880 · ICE 228 | 5:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h09 | 13:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 368+ EC 212+ ICE 720 | 5:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h34 | 14:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 407+ ICE 628 | On time 5:39 Vienna Hbf | 9h23 | 15:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 407+ ICE 566 · ICE 578 | 5:39 Vienna Hbf | 9h01 | 14:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 540+ RJX 260+ ICE 628 | On time 5:57 Vienna Hbf | 9h05 | 15:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 540+ ICE 210 | On time 5:57 Vienna Hbf | 9h47 | 15:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 540+ RJX 260+ ICE 566 · ICE 578 | 5:57 Vienna Hbf | 8h43 | 14:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
960+ ICE 626 | On time 6:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h54 | 16:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
960+ ICE 628 | On time 6:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 8h54 | 15:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
960+ ICE 210 | On time 6:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h36 | 15:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 260+ ICE 628 | On time 6:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h34 | 15:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 260+ ICE 566 · ICE 578 | 6:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h12 | 14:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 1218+ ICE 624 | 7:13 Vienna Hbf | 9h49 | 17:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 1218+ ICE 564 · ICE 576 | 7:13 Vienna Hbf | 9h27 | 16:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 160+ ICE 210 | On time 7:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h16 | 15:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 160+ ICE 210 · ICE 788 · ICE 28 | 7:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h09 | 15:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 262+ ICE 564 · ICE 576 | 8:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h12 | 16:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 262+ ICE 624 | 8:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h34 | 17:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 546+ ICE 118 · ICE 786 · ICE 26 | 8:57 Vienna Hbf | 8h40 | 17:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 546+ ICE 118+ EC 4 | 8:57 Vienna Hbf | 8h43 | 17:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 1216+ ICE 620 | 9:13 Vienna Hbf | 9h49 | 19:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
EC 1216+ ICE 562 · ICE 574 | 9:13 Vienna Hbf | 9h27 | 18:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 162+ ICE 118+ EC 4 | 9:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h12 | 17:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 162+ ICE 118 · ICE 786 · ICE 26 | 9:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h09 | 17:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
964+ ICE 590 | On time 10:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 12h01 | 22:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
964+ ICE 522 | On time 10:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 12h57 | 23:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
964+ ICE 990 | On time 10:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 14h01 | 0:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
964+ ICE 622 | On time 10:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 7h54 | 18:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 60+ ICE 620 | 10:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h34 | 19:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 60+ ICE 562 · ICE 574 | 10:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h12 | 18:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 640+ ICE 116 | 10:57 Vienna Hbf | 8h47 | 19:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1214 · ICE 784 · ICE 24 | 11:13 Vienna Hbf | 8h24 | 19:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX19976+ ICE 1214 · ICE 784 · ICE 24 | 11:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h09 | 19:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX19976+ ICE 116 | 11:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h16 | 19:44 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 642+ RJX 62+ ICE 526 | 11:57 Vienna Hbf | 9h05 | 21:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 642+ RJX 62+ ICE 266 · ICE 572 | 11:57 Vienna Hbf | 8h43 | 20:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 62+ ICE 526 | 12:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h34 | 21:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 62+ ICE 266 · ICE 572 | 12:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h12 | 20:40 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 644+ EC 114+ ICE 782 · ICE 22 | 12:57 Vienna Hbf | 8h40 | 21:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
IC 644+ EC 114+ ICE 590 | On time 12:57 Vienna Hbf | 9h12 | 22:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 166+ EC 114+ ICE 782 · ICE 22 | 13:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h09 | 21:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
RJX 166+ EC 114+ ICE 590 | On time 13:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h41 | 22:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 646+ RJX 64+ ICE 522 | On time 13:57 Vienna Hbf | 9h08 | 23:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 64+ ICE 522 | On time 14:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h37 | 23:05 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 1212 · ICE 990 | On time 15:13 Vienna Hbf | 8h56 | 0:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 168+ ICE 1212 · ICE 990 | On time 15:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h41 | 0:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX 187+ ICE 1212 · ICE 990 | On time 15:28 Vienna Hbf | 8h41 | 0:09 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
EC 1210+ ICE 698 | On time 17:13 Vienna Hbf | 10h06 | 3:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX19970+ RJ 110+ ICE 698 | On time 17:28 Vienna Hbf | 9h51 | 3:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
968+ ICE 698 | On time 18:08 Vienna Westbahnhof | 9h11 | 3:19 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 68+ ICE 618 | 18:28 Vienna Hbf | 10h10 | 4:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
RJX 68+ ICE 618 | 18:28 Vienna Hbf | 10h07 | 4:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
NJ 492+ RE55 | 18:36 Vienna Hbf | 11h48 | 6:24 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 1 change | |
NJ 40490+ DB S8+ ICE 618 | 18:36 Vienna Hbf | 10h02 | 4:38 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
NJ 40490+ DB S8+ ICE 618 | 18:36 Vienna Hbf | 9h59 | 4:35 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX19972 · RE5+ ICE 822 | 19:28 Vienna Hbf | 12h34 | 8:02 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 2 changes | |
RJX19972 · RE5+ ICE 888 · ICE 1022 | 19:28 Vienna Hbf | 12h09 | 7:37 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf | 3 changes | |
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Westbahn
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | ICE
ÖBB
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
ÖBB | InterCity
ÖBB | Nightjet
EuroNight
agilis
FAQs: Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf 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 Frankfurt (Main) Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vienna Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf
Most Vienna Hbf to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf trains use the Wien Hauptbahnhof to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Vienna Hbf and Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Wien Hauptbahnhof from Vienna city centre
Wien Hauptbahnhof is 2 km from Vienna city centre. Public transport options include:
Wien Hauptbahnhof train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Burger King, L’Osteria, Akakiko, McDonald’s, Oberlaa, Nordsee, Som Kitchen, Starbucks, Admiral Sports Bar, Asia Gourmet, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Wien Hauptbahnhof. Information desks are information desks are located at each end of the main level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level UG1 by the restrooms. They are self-service and available 24/7.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Wien Hauptbahnhof: Wheelchair facilities in elevators, barrier-free toilets, inductive sound system. For mobility assistance, call +43 517175.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Star Inn Hotel, Quartier Belvedere, AZIMUT Hotel Vienna.
Getting to Frankfurt (Main) Hbf from Frankfurt am Main city centre
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf train station facilities and services
Frankfurt (Main) Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Burger King, Ciao Bella, Coffee Fellows, Crepes de France Express, dean&david, Starbucks, Uddin's Sky Sportsbar, McDonald's, Dunkin Donuts, & many more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf. Information desks are located opposite Platforms 12 and 13.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located in the main hall. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt (Main) Hbf: Step-free access and step markings. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Cristall, Grand Hotel Empire, Hotel Carlton.
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