How to get from Vienna to Frankfurt
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 Vienna to Frankfurt. 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 €57, on Wed, Sep 9.
477 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €59Checked Sep 8 | 1h 35mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €50Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 21h1 transfer | See Train details |
| Bus | €39Omio catalogue, Sep 9 | 23h 30m1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€59Checked Sep 81h 35m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€50Omio catalogue, Sep 921h · 1 transferSee Train details
- Bus€39Omio catalogue, Sep 923h 30m · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Vienna to Frankfurt: 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.
- 1Vienna International → Frankfurt am Mainflight1h 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, Vienna to Frankfurt
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€98October 2026
€73November 2026
€133Departures from Vienna to Frankfurt
FlixBus runs 20 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:20 and the last at 22:55.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 20 | 00:20 | 22:55 |
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
CondorVienna International-Frankfurt am MainSee live options and dates →
SNCBVienna-BrusselsBook →
Deutsche BahnBrussels-FrankfurtBook →
FlixBusVienna-CologneBook →
BlaBlaCar BusCologne-FrankfurtBook →On this route you travel with Condor, SNCB, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Vienna to Frankfurt works
Start with a flight from Vienna to Frankfurt, about 1h 35m. In total it's roughly €59 over 1h 35m, direct, no transfers.
Vienna to Frankfurt: common questions
How long does it take to get from Vienna to Frankfurt?
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 Frankfurt from Vienna?
About 477 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Vienna to Frankfurt cost?
On the upcoming dates we checked, the cheapest fare ranged from €57 to €100. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Are there direct flights from Vienna to Frankfurt?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h 35m.
How long is the flight from Vienna to Frankfurt?
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 Vienna and Frankfurt?
Vienna is VIE and Frankfurt is FRA, so this route is usually written VIE to FRA.
Which operators run Vienna to Frankfurt?
On this route you travel with Condor, SNCB, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Vienna to Frankfurt?
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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