Vienna city centre is approximately 18 km northwest of the airport.

About Vienna City Centre (Wien Mitte)

Wien Mitte (Vienna Middle) station sits at the edge of the historic Innere Stadt (inner city), next to the Stadtpark where Johann Strauss's golden statue is one of Vienna's most photographed monuments. From here, the Ringstrasse—the grand circular boulevard replacing the old city walls—is a short walk, leading past the State Opera, Kunsthistorisches Museum, Parliament, and the Hofburg Imperial Palace.

Vienna's center is a coffee house culture paradise—Cafe Central, Cafe Sacher, and Demel have served Viennese pastries and melange coffee for over a century. St. Stephen's Cathedral (Stephansdom) dominates the pedestrian core with its distinctive tiled roof, while the Graben and Kohlmarkt streets offer luxury shopping. Classical music permeates the city, from the Musikverein's Golden Hall to street corner quartets playing Mozart and Strauss.

Nearby Landmarks

Stadtpark Vienna State Opera St. Stephen's Cathedral Hofburg Palace Ringstrasse

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost EUR 36-40 (fixed rate)
Time 20-30 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost EUR 25-30
Time 20-30 minutes

Arrivals level, designated pickup area

Train (City Airport Train (CAT))

Cost EUR 15 (EUR 13 online)
Time 16 minutes
Frequency Every 30 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

CAT: Direct non-stop train from airport station to Wien Mitte (16 min). In-town check-in available. S-Bahn S7: Local train to Wien Mitte (25 min), cheaper but more stops.

Vienna Airport Lines

Cost EUR 10
Time 20-30 minutes
Frequency Every 30 minutes

Outside Arrivals Hall

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi EUR 36-40 (fixed rate) 20-30 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare EUR 25-30 20-30 minutes Budget-conscious, app users
Train EUR 15 (EUR 13 online) 16 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic
Bus/Shuttle EUR 10 20-30 minutes Cheapest option

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

The S7 runs until approximately 11:30 PM; the CAT runs until about 11:00 PM. After that, nightline buses and taxis are available. A taxi to the city center costs approximately €35-40 at night. Vienna's excellent night bus network serves most of the city until morning.

Luggage Tips

Both CAT and S7 have luggage racks and floor space. The CAT offers a premium experience with in-town check-in (for some airlines) at Wien Mitte. The S7 is cheaper (€4.40 vs €14.90 for CAT) and equally convenient for luggage.

Accessibility

Vienna Airport has excellent accessibility. CAT and S7 trains have level boarding and wheelchair spaces. Wien Mitte station has elevators. Vienna's city center is highly accessible with flat, well-maintained sidewalks, accessible U-Bahn stations, and extensive public services for disabled visitors.