To Vienna by train
With ICE International or Nightjet
Quickly to the heart of Vienna
- From € 50 one-way trip with ICE International
- From € 35 one-way trip with Nightjet
- 2 daytime connections and changing trains once
- 1 nighttime connection with seats, laying areas or beds
Travel information Vienna station
ICE International will bring you from Amsterdam Central Station, Utrecht Central Station or 's-Hertogenbosch to Vienna hauptbahnhof, just having to change trains once. These 2 daily ICE International connections always depart in the morning and you get off in the center of Vienna in about 11 hours, calculated from Amsterdam Central Station. You only change trains once and you will enjoy the impressive and ever-changing landscapes along the way.
Would you prefer to travel at night? Then the night train is the ideal way to travel fast and comfortably to Vienna. You travel directly, without changing trains, from Amsterdam Central Station, Utrecht Central Station or Arnhem!
Read more about booking the night train to AustriaDestinations in AustriaFor a complete travel itinerary, consult our itinerary planner
Prices train tickets Vienna hbf
No trip is the same. We are very aware of this and therefore offer a fitting rate for every travel situation.
The price depends on
- The moment of booking - Early booking means lowest prices
- Travel class - 1st or 2nd class
- Flexibility - Regarding changing or cancelling bookings
Prices night train to Vienna
| From | To | |
|---|---|---|
| Seat | € 35 | € 165 |
| Bunk | € 50 | € 195 |
| Bed | € 80 | € 320 |
*Prices are based on a one-way ticket, 1 adult, from Amsterdam, Utrecht and Arnhem v.v.
Options flexibility ICE International
Supersparpreis Europa
- Always the lowest rates
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes and cancellations not possible
Sparpreis Europa
- Low rates
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes and cancellations possible at a cost
Flexpreis Europa
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes or cancellations free of charge (except for reservation costs)
- City Ticket included*
*City Ticket: In a significant number of German cities free tickets from/to station with local transport
Find out everything about ICE International and Intercity Berlin rates here
Book in advance and save money!
Do you already know what day and time you want to travel? Then choose for a Supersparpreis Europa rate: the best rate for the price-conscious travellers. You will not be able to cancel or rebook the ticket.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Practical information train to Vienna
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.
Facilities on board
Read more about all the facilities on board, so that you can make your trip as comfortable as possible.
Read more about ICE International facilities
Read more about Nightjet facilities
View the itinerary planner and app
Please keep in mind that there could be delays or engineering works and check your trip with the itinerary planner. That way, you will never get an unpleasant surprise!
Download our app so that you will be kept informed of the possible changes.
Free access to the lounges
IIf you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam. You also have access to the 1st class lounge of Deutsche Bahn at Berlin Hauptbahnhof, where you can enjoy a free snack and drink (excluding the Supersparpreis rate (Europe) and the Sparpreis Europe rate).
Seat reservation
IIn summer 2025 from 28 May to 31 August seat reservation is compulsory. This reservation is free if you select it during booking. At other times, reserving a seat is not compulsory. However, we do recommend it. You will receive a confirmation after booking that includes the carriage number and your seat number.
Seat reservation 1st class
When booking a first class full-flex ticket, the seat reservation costs are included in the price of your ticket.
Vienna
Tips Vienna
Classic and modern come together in this beautiful city on the Danube.
Museums in Vienna
Classical art, natural history, Empress Sisi, Hundertwasser and much more. Vienna has more than a hundred museums!
Weekend Vienna
Popular for its baroque architecture, art, music and culture. A beautiful city!
Vienna zoo
Schönbrunn Zoo is the oldest zoo in the world.
Restaurants in Vienna
Tips for hip, international and traditional restaurants in Vienna. Michelin-starred restaurant, pizza, sushi? Plenty of choice!
Biking in Vienna
Cycling allows you to explore the city and its surroundings. Take a Citybike or book a guided tour.
Shopping in Vienna
From luxury boutiques to big department stores, from second-hand shops to exclusive jewellers.
Hotels in Vienna
Choose a romantic accommodation, cheap hostel or a luxury hotel.