What is the cheapest way to get from Prague to Vienna?

The cheapest way to get from Prague to Vienna is to rideshare which costs €15 and takes 4h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prague to Vienna?

The fastest way to get from Prague to Vienna is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Prague and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Prague and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi and arriving at Wien Hbf. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Prague to Vienna?

The distance between Prague and Vienna is 297 km. The road distance is 293.1 km.

How do I travel from Prague to Vienna without a car?

The best way to get from Prague to Vienna without a car is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs €14 - €28.

How long does it take to get from Prague to Vienna?

The bus from Prague, Central Train Station to Vienna, International Busterminal (Vib) takes 3h 55m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Prague to Vienna bus from?

Prague to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží station.

Where do I catch the Prague to Vienna train from?

Prague to Vienna train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), depart from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.

Train or bus from Prague to Vienna?

The best way to get from Prague to Vienna is to bus which takes 3h 55m and costs €14 - €28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €270 and takes 4h 7m.

Where does the Prague to Vienna bus arrive?

Prague to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where does the Prague to Vienna train arrive?

Prague to Vienna train services, operated by České dráhy (ČD), arrive at Wien Hbf station.

Can I drive from Prague to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Prague to Vienna is 293 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Prague to Vienna.

How do I get a train ticket from Prague to Vienna?

Book your Prague to Vienna train tickets online with Omio and Distribusion.

How do I get a bus ticket from Prague to Vienna?

Book your Prague to Vienna bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 4794+ hotels available in Vienna.

Can I share a ride from Prague to Vienna?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Prague and Vienna. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Prague to Vienna - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and rideshare

There are 7 ways to get from Prague to Vienna by bus, train, night train, rideshare, car, subway, plane, or shuttle

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)060 / ...
3h 55m
€14–28
Train
1. Take the train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien HbfRj
4h 7m
€17–270
Night train
1. Take the night train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien HbfNj
6h 24m
€40–261
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Prague to Vienna293.1 km
4h 31m
€15
Drive 293.1 km
1. Drive from Prague to Vienna293.1 km
3h 30m
€47–68
Subway, fly
1. Take the subway from Staroměstská to Nádraží Veleslavín
2. Fly from Václav Havel Airport Prague (PRG) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)PRG - VIE
2h 42m
Shuttle
1. Take a shuttle bus from Praha ÚAN Florenc to Wien HbfEurobusways
4h
€50–70

Prague to Vienna by bus

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Distance: 297 km
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Prague, Czechia and Vienna, Austria?

FlixBus operates a bus from Praha, Hlavní Nádraží to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) hourly. Tickets cost €14–28 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, České dráhy (ČD) operates a train from Praha Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 4h 7m. Two other operators also service this route.

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