How to get from Frankfurt to Vienna
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Frankfurt to Vienna. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h 35m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 477 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €45, on Tue, Sep 8.
477 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €64Checked Sep 8 | 1h 35mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €36Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 11h 25mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€64Checked Sep 81h 35m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€36Omio catalogue, Sep 911h 25m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Frankfurt to Vienna: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Frankfurt am Main → Vienna Internationalflight1h 35m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
All transport observations
Flight calendar
Flight prices by day, Frankfurt to Vienna
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€136October 2026
€114Departures from Frankfurt to Vienna
FlixBus runs 28 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:50 and the last at 23:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 28 | 00:50 | 23:50 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Wed, Sep 9
Operators seen on these journeys
FlixBusFrankfurt-Vienna CentralBook →
CondorFrankfurt am Main-Vienna InternationalSee live options and dates →On this route you travel with FlixBus, Condor; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Frankfurt to Vienna works
Start with a flight from Frankfurt to Vienna, about 1h 35m. In total it's roughly €64 over 1h 35m, direct, no transfers.
Frankfurt to Vienna: common questions
How long does it take to get from Frankfurt to Vienna?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h 35m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Vienna from Frankfurt?
About 477 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Frankfurt to Vienna cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €64. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Frankfurt to Vienna?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 35m.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Vienna?
About 1h 35m, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Frankfurt and Vienna?
Frankfurt is FRA and Vienna is VIE, so this route is usually written FRA to VIE.
Which operators run Frankfurt to Vienna?
On this route you travel with FlixBus, Condor.
Can you get from Frankfurt to Vienna without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 7h 40m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Frankfurt to Vienna?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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