Train from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main: Tickets & Timetables

Next departures

Next departures from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main on 30 January
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Flixbus + Flixtrain
    Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
    SüdbahnhofCheapest
    Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Wien Hauptbahnhof
    Frankfurt HbfFastest
    RegioJet + RegioJet
    Wien Hauptbahnhof
    Frankfurt - Main bus stationNo tags
    Flixbus + Flixtrain
      Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
      SüdbahnhofNo tags
      Deutsche Bahn ICE
      Wien Hauptbahnhof
      Frankfurt HbfNo tags

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      Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main

      We recommend carpooling

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the Carpool stands out as a good way to reach Frankfurt am Main. The journey takes about 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just €40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      10carpool per day
      7h 20mAverage duration
      598 kmDistance
      25kgCO₂ emissions
      Average price€31 - €150Average duration14h 5m
      15kg CO₂e
      Average price€41 - €262Average duration6h 24m
      14kg CO₂e
      Carpool
      Average price€40 - €57Average duration7h 20m
      25kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main by train

      Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

      1. How much does a train ticket cost from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main?

        The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main start from €41. The average price for this train route is around €66. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the train journey from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main?

        The average train journey time from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main is 6h 24m, covering a distance of 600 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

      3. Which train operators serve the Vienna to Frankfurt am Main route?

        Several major train operators run on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet.

      4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main?

        The earliest train from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 19:13.

      5. Which is the best train operator from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1067 reviews.

      6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main?

        According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

      7. Which train operator has the most punctual service from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

      8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

      Find cheapest prices for trains

      Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

      Best price found
      27/01
      €95
      28/01
      €127
      Today
      €82
      30/01
      €127
      31/01
      €85
      01/02
      €106
      02/02
      €43
      03/02
      €74
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of €43

      To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main as early as possible.

      You can expect to pay from €43 to €276 for a train ticket from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €43, which is on 2026-02-02.

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