Vienna to Paris by Train: 10h45m–12h30m

Direct high-speed trains connect Vienna (Wien Hbf) to Paris (Gare de l'Est) via Germany.

Typical Routes & Times

RouteChangesDurationOperator
Via Munich, Stuttgart1 (Munich)10h45m–11h30mÖBB Railjet + DB ICE / TGV
Via Zurich/Basel1 (Zurich/Basel)12h–12h30mÖBB + SBB + TGV Lyria
Nightjet + TGV1 (overnight)~14h (sleep)ÖBB Nightjet

Key Details

  • Book early on ÖBB, SNCF, or DB for best fares (€29–€150+)
  • Seat reservations mandatory on TGV/ICE (included in fare or +€10–€20)
  • Eurail/Interrail valid (reservation fees apply)
  • Scenic: Alps, Rhine Valley, Black Forest

Tip

Day trains = scenery. Nightjet = save hotel + daytime. Check Rail Europe for multi-country passes.

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