Direct high-speed trains connect Vienna (Wien Hbf) to Paris (Gare de l'Est) via Germany.
| Route | Changes | Duration | Operator |
|---|---|---|---|
| Via Munich, Stuttgart | 1 (Munich) | 10h45m–11h30m | ÖBB Railjet + DB ICE / TGV |
| Via Zurich/Basel | 1 (Zurich/Basel) | 12h–12h30m | ÖBB + SBB + TGV Lyria |
| Nightjet + TGV | 1 (overnight) | ~14h (sleep) | ÖBB Nightjet |
Day trains = scenery. Nightjet = save hotel + daytime. Check Rail Europe for multi-country passes.