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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Melk is to drive which costs €14 - €21 and takes 59 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Melk is to drive which takes 59 min and costs €14 - €21.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Melk?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Melk. However, there are services departing from Stephansplatz and arriving at Melk via Wien Westbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Vienna to Melk?

The distance between Vienna and Melk is 89 km. The road distance is 88 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Melk without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 32m and costs €12 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Vienna to Melk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Melk train from?

Vienna to Melk train services, operated by ÖBB, depart from Wien Westbahnhof station.

Where does the Vienna to Melk train arrive?

Vienna to Melk train services, operated by ÖBB, arrive at Melk station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Melk?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Melk is 88 km. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Vienna to Melk.

Where can I stay near Melk?

There are 430+ hotels available in Melk.

Vienna to Melk - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Vienna to Melk by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Oper/Karlsplatz to Meidling, Eichenstraßebus 59A
2. Take the train from Wien Meidling to St.Poelten Hbftrain Rjx / ...
3. Take the train from St.Poelten Hbf to Melktrain Cjx / ...
1h 32m
€12–56
Drive 88 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Melkcar 88 km
59 min
€15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Melktrain Cjx / ...
1h 37m
€19–37

Vienna to Melk by bus and train

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 88.7 km
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Melk, Lower Austria?

ÖBB operates a train from Wien Westbahnhof to Melk hourly. Tickets cost €17–35 and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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