How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main?

The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main start from R 779. The average price for this train route is around R 1 243. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

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 quickest train can get you there in 6h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

Which train operator offers 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.

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.

Train Vienna to Frankfurt am Main from R 736 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main on 27 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Erdberg	14h 30m	14:00	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 49m	05:25	Frankfurt - Main bus station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	15h 5m	14:00	Südbahnhof	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main on 28 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 49m	05:25	Frankfurt - Main bus station	Cheapest
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Erdberg	14h 30m	14:00	Südbahnhof	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	15h 5m	14:00	Südbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main on 29 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ÖBB + ÖBB	00:28	Hauptbahnhof Süd	11h 9m	11:37	Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	13:13	Hauptbahnhof Süd	6h 20m	19:33	Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 49m	05:25	Frankfurt - Main bus station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	18:50	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 5m	11:55	Südbahnhof	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Erdberg	14h 30m	14:00	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	11:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 17m	17:30	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 49m	05:25	Frankfurt - Main bus station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	18:50	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 5m	11:55	Südbahnhof	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Erdberg	14h 30m	14:00	Südbahnhof	Cheapest
	13:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 22m	19:35	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 49m	05:25	Frankfurt - Main bus station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	18:50	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	19h 5m	13:55	Südbahnhof	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main on 1 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ÖBB + ÖBB	20:57	Hauptbahnhof Süd	12h 40m	09:37	Frankfurt (Main) Hauptbahnhof	Cheapest
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 49m	05:25	Frankfurt - Main bus station	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Erdberg	14h 30m	14:00	Südbahnhof	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
19:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	7h 50m	03:03	Frankfurt Hbf	Cheapest
07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	Fastest
07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	No tags
07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	6h 24m	13:37	Frankfurt Hbf	No 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 R 753, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9carpool per day

7h 20mAverage duration

598 kmDistance

25kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 580 - R 2 851	Average duration14h 5m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 779 - R 5 196	Average duration6h 24m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 753 - R 1 070	Average duration7h 20m	CO₂ emissions 25kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vienna and Frankfurt am Main?

Vienna

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
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C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

Frankfurt am Main

A
Südbahnhof
Hedderichstraße 51, 60594 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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B
Frankfurt Airport
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Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

Deutsche Bahn

4/58 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi3.2

RegioJet

4/51 067 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela

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 differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main start from R 779. The average price for this train route is around R 1 243. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
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 quickest train can get you there in 6h 17m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Vienna to Frankfurt am Main route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, RegioJet.
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.
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.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers 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.
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

24/01

R 1 530

25/01

R 3 170

Today

R 3 177

27/01

R 1 793

28/01

R 1 390

29/01

R 1 539

30/01

R 1 986

31/01

R 1 388

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Frankfurt am Main was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 388

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 R 1 388 to R 5 220 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 R 1 388, which is on 2026-01-31.

Usually Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.