How to get from Vienna to Paris
For a trip between Vienna and Paris, flying offers the fastest journey, while trains and buses provide more scenic, albeit longer, options. Driving yourself gives the most flexibility.
1,034 km apart as the crow flies.
| Option | Duration | Typical price | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlyAustrian Airlines, Air France, Transavia France, Ryanair · Vienna International Airport (VIE) → Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) or Paris Orly Airport (ORY)The best choice for speed and often reasonable cost, despite the airport transfers. | 5 h – 7 h 30 | €50–€250per person | Multiple daily flights |
| TrainÖBB, Deutsche Bahn, SNCF, Nightjet · Wien Hauptbahnhof → Paris Gare de l'EstA comfortable and often scenic journey, but typically requires at least one change. | 12 h – 17 h | €100–€500per person | Multiple daily, with transfers |
| BusFlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus · Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) or Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz → Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) or Paris, Porte MaillotThe most budget-friendly option, but it's a very long journey. | 18 h 30 – 21 h | €40–€170per person | Multiple daily departures |
| DriveOffers maximum flexibility for exploring along the way, but it's a very long drive. | 18 h – 23 h | €177–€200per car | At your leisure |
Watch out · Fly
Factor in significant time and cost for transfers to/from airports, which are outside the city centres.
Watch out · Train
There are no direct trains, so expect at least one change, often in Germany or Strasbourg. Night trains may be available with transfers.
Watch out · Bus
This is a long journey, often overnight, so be prepared for extended time on the bus and potentially fewer comfort stops.
Watch out · Drive
The drive is substantial, requiring an overnight stop or a very long day. Tolls and city parking costs in Paris can add up.
Typical figures for this route, not live fares. · Updated September 3, 2026