To get from Vienna International Airport to the city centre, choose between ÖBB trains, the City Airport Train (CAT), buses, taxis or a hire car. The quickest stated rail journey takes 15 minutes to Wien Hauptbahnhof, while the ÖBB S-Bahn S7 takes 25 minutes to Wien Mitte. From the hotel, the airport is about a 47-minute drive.
- Airport rail platforms: level U2, below the arrivals hall.
- ÖBB trains: from €4.10 to Wien Mitte or Wien Hauptbahnhof, including travel on the Vienna public-transport network.
- CAT: non-stop to Wien Mitte in 21 minutes.
- Schottentor is about a 7-minute walk from Hotel am Schottenpoint.
Choose a route from Vienna International Airport
Vienna International Airport offers several ways to reach the city, with rail and CAT services connecting to central transport hubs.
For a quick comparison, ÖBB Railjet trains reach Wien Hauptbahnhof in 15 minutes, while the S-Bahn S7 takes 25 minutes to Wien Mitte. CAT runs non-stop to Wien Mitte in 21 minutes. These services arrive at different hubs, so consider which onward connection suits your plans before choosing a ticket.
The airport’s ÖBB and CAT platforms are on level U2, two floors below street level; arrivals and taxi stands are on level 0. You can reach the rail platforms directly from the arrivals hall along a short, barrier-free, weather-protected route.
Vienna Airport serves the city with ÖBB S-Bahn and Railjet trains, CAT, buses, taxis and car-hire services. Compare the rail journey times and fares, then weigh them against the convenience of a taxi or rental car.
How do you get from Vienna Airport to the city centre by public transport?
ÖBB trains and the CAT connect Vienna Airport with Wien Mitte or Wien Hauptbahnhof, where you can continue your journey through the city.
The ÖBB S-Bahn S7 runs to Wien Mitte in 25 minutes. Railjet trains reach Wien Hauptbahnhof in 15 minutes. Both services run at 30-minute intervals, with additional S7 trains during rush hour. These schedule details can change, so check the official site before you go: use the Vienna Airport and ÖBB websites for current rail information.
Vienna Airport gives ÖBB fares from €4.10 for travel to either Wien Mitte or Wien Hauptbahnhof, including trips on the entire Vienna public-transport network. ÖBB tickets are available at the counter and vending machines in the arrivals hall, as well as in the passages to the platforms and on the platforms.
CAT is a non-stop train to Wien Mitte with a 21-minute journey. Departures run every 12 minutes between 07:00 and 19:00 and every 15 minutes at other times. Daily service runs from 05:30 to 23:37. A one-way fare is €14.90, while a return fare is €24.90; children under 15 travel free.
CAT tickets bought online are valid for six months after purchase. Tickets bought at a ticket office or machine are valid for 30 days. Wien Mitte is served by the U3 and U4 underground lines, giving you onward connections from the CAT terminus.
Schottentor is about a 7-minute walk from the hotel. The guide to getting around Vienna from Schottentor covers local transport links.
Taxi and car options from Vienna Airport
Taxis and car hire let you leave the airport without first taking a train, while requiring you to arrange your own onward journey into Vienna.
For a taxi, use the cab rank directly in front of the arrivals hall or the City Transfer counters inside it. Vienna Airport warns against accepting unsolicited taxi offers in the arrivals hall. Airport cab and limousine providers include Airport Driver, ATS Airport Transfer Service, Flughafentaxi ttc and 40100.
The Car Rental Center is in Car Park 4 (P4), Level 0, reached through an underground connecting passageway. Airport car-hire companies include Alamo, Avis, Buchbinder, Budget, Dryyve, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Megadrive, National, Payless, Sicily by Car, Sixt, Thrifty and Wheego. Check rental terms and availability with the providers before you travel.
Plan the final leg from the city
Schottentor is a convenient point to aim for when planning the last part of your trip.
If you arrive by train at Wien Mitte or Wien Hauptbahnhof, arrange the onward public-transport connection for your arrival time, or choose a taxi if you prefer to travel directly from the airport.
At the airport, follow signs from the arrivals hall to the level U2 rail platforms for ÖBB or CAT. For a taxi, head to the rank outside the arrivals hall or to a City Transfer counter inside. If you have booked a rental car, reach the Car Rental Center in P4 via the underground passageway.
If you are planning what to do after arrival, a one-day Vienna itinerary from Schottenpoint can help you shape a day around the area.
FAQs
How long does the train take from Vienna Airport to central Vienna?
The ÖBB Railjet takes 15 minutes to Wien Hauptbahnhof, and the S-Bahn S7 takes 25 minutes to Wien Mitte. CAT takes 21 minutes to Wien Mitte.
How much is the train from Vienna Airport?
ÖBB fares start at €4.10 to Wien Mitte or Wien Hauptbahnhof, including travel on the entire Vienna public-transport network. CAT costs €14.90 one way or €24.90 return.
Where do you catch a taxi at Vienna Airport?
Use the cab rank directly in front of the arrivals hall or a City Transfer counter inside the arrivals hall. Vienna Airport advises against accepting unsolicited taxi offers inside the arrivals hall.
Where are the airport train platforms?
The ÖBB and CAT platforms are on level U2, two floors below street level. A short, barrier-free, weather-protected route connects them directly to the arrivals hall.