How to get from Frankfurt to Vienna
- 598 km as the crow flies
- Fastest: flight, 1h 20m
- 44 bus departures a day with FlixBus
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 20m, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 598 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
This fare comes from a search on October 7, 2026 and has not been refreshed since. Run a live search for today's price.
598 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €71Checked Oct 19 | 1h 20mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €31Omio catalogue, Oct 20 | 10h 05mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€71Checked Oct 191h 20m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€31Omio catalogue, Oct 2010h 05m · 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?
Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Frankfurt am Main → Vienna Internationalflight
Condor·1h 20m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Departures from Frankfurt to Vienna
FlixBus runs 44 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:50 and the last at 23:50.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 44 | 00:50 | 23:50 |
All departures
- 00:50
- 01:50
- 02:20
- 02:50
- 03:20
- 03:50
- 04:20
- 04:50
- 11:45
- 12:10
- 12:15
- 12:45
- 13:10
- 13:15
- 13:45
- 14:15
- 14:20
- 15:20
- 16:05
- 16:35
- 17:05
- 17:35
- 18:05
- 18:35
- 20:00
- 21:00
- 22:00
- 23:20
- 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 Tue, Oct 20
Operators seen on these journeys
CondorFrankfurt am Main-Vienna InternationalSee live options and dates →
FlixBusFrankfurt central-ViennaBook →On this route you travel with Condor, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Frankfurt to Vienna works
Start with a Condor flight from Frankfurt to Vienna, about 1h 20m. In total it's roughly €81 over 1h 20m, 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 20m. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
When is the first bus from Frankfurt to Vienna?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 00:50 and the last at 23:50, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Frankfurt to Vienna?
44 a day with FlixBus, between 00:50 and 23:50.
How far is Vienna from Frankfurt?
About 598 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 €81. 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 20m.
How long is the flight from Frankfurt to Vienna?
About 1h 20m, 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 Condor, FlixBus.
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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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: Condor
Route calculated: 7 Oct 2026
Prices checked: 7 Oct 2026