Route guide

Copenhagen → Vienna

870 km · Denmark to Austria · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €31+ by bus

How to travel from Copenhagen to Vienna

There are 4 ways to travel between Copenhagen and Vienna — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€67–197

Duration: 7h 15m

via DSB, ÖBB (Railjet)

~12 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€31–81

Duration: 12h 26m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~24 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€70–224

Duration: 3h 40m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, Austrian Airlines

~136 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€104–191

Duration: 9h 40m

~148 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Copenhagen and Vienna highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 870 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Denmark into Austria. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Copenhagen to Vienna — every option in detail

Copenhagen to Vienna by train

Trains link Copenhagen (Denmark) and Vienna (Austria) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 7h 15m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include DSB, ÖBB (Railjet).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €67 to €197. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 12 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 136 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~124 kg on this distance.

Copenhagen to Vienna by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Copenhagen and Vienna with a typical journey of 12h 26m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €31 when booked in advance, rising to €81 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Copenhagen to Vienna by flight

Flights between Copenhagen and Vienna take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 40m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SAS, Austrian Airlines.

Typical fare range is €70–224. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 136 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Copenhagen to Vienna by car

The driving distance from Copenhagen to Vienna is approximately 1001 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 9h 40m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €104–191 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Denmark–Austria border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 148 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Copenhagen and Vienna is approximately 870 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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