Nice to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

536.2 miles 862.9 km · straight line
723.1 miles actual route 1163.7 km · driving distance
12h 13min estimated drive time
€129 - €158 estimated fuel cost
~1h 35min flight time
51° NE bearing direction

How far is Nice from Vienna?

The distance from Nice to Vienna is 536.2 miles (862.9 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located NE of Nice. By car, the driving distance is approximately 723.1 miles, taking about 12h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Nice is in France, while Vienna is in Austria.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Nice 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 Nice to Vienna

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 13min €129 - €158 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 40min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~15h 53min $87–$253* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nice & Vienna

Quick Facts

Nice
43.71°N, 7.26°E
Europe/Paris
10m 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 179 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM