Düsseldorf to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

476.4 miles 766.7 km · straight line
581.8 miles actual route 936.3 km · driving distance
9h 21min estimated drive time
€100 - €124 estimated fuel cost
~1h 28min flight time
112° ESE bearing direction

How far is Düsseldorf from Vienna?

The distance from Düsseldorf to Vienna is 476.4 miles (766.7 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located ESE of Düsseldorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 581.8 miles, taking about 9h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Düsseldorf is in Germany, while Vienna is in Austria.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Düsseldorf and Vienna. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Düsseldorf to Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 21min €100 - €124 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 13min $47–$87* Budget
Train ~8h 53min $70–$204* Comfort

Quick Facts

Düsseldorf
51.23°N, 6.77°E
Europe/Berlin
38m elevation
Vienna
48.21°N, 16.37°E
Europe/Vienna
171m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 159 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM