Private day trip or transfer from Prague to Vienna
The imperial capital of the Habsburgs, about 3.5 to 4 hours from Prague. Best as a one-way transfer with stops, or as a long private day trip.
- Distance from Prague
- about 335 km
- Drive each way
- 3 h 45 min
- Typical day
- 12 to 14 hours
- Heritage
- UNESCO World Heritage
Highlights
- Schönbrunn Palace and its gardens
- The Hofburg and the historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- St Stephen's Cathedral
- The Ringstrasse and its grand buildings
- A Viennese coffee house break
Ways to do it
One-way transfer with stops
Travelling on to Vienna? Go by private car with a stop in Český Krumlov, Telč or Mikulov on the way.
Long day trip
Prague to Vienna and back in one long day, with a guide in Vienna. Best for guests who cannot stay overnight.
Overnight
Two days with a hotel in Vienna, for a relaxed pace.
Sample day
7:00
Pick-up at your hotel
Around 3.5 to 4 hours to Vienna.
11:00
Schönbrunn
The palace and gardens, with tickets booked in advance.
13:30
Lunch
A table in the centre.
15:00
City centre
St Stephen's Cathedral, the Hofburg and a coffee house.
17:30
Return to Prague
Back in Prague around 21:30.
About Vienna
Vienna is the natural next stop for many visitors to Prague. The two cities share centuries of Habsburg history, and a private car makes the journey between them part of the trip rather than a transfer to endure.
Day trip or one-way transfer
A return day trip is possible, but it means seven to eight hours on the road. If you are continuing your journey to Vienna, we recommend a one-way private transfer with stops: Český Krumlov, the Renaissance square of Telč or the wine town of Mikulov all fit on different routes.
What to see in a day
Schönbrunn Palace, the Hofburg, St Stephen's Cathedral and a walk along the Ringstrasse cover the essentials. A licensed Viennese guide helps you use the time well, and we book palace tickets in advance.
Onward travel
We regularly arrange private transfers from Prague to Vienna, Budapest, Dresden, Berlin, Munich and Salzburg, with luggage space and child seats as needed.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Vienna from Prague?
About 335 km, usually 3.5 to 4 hours by car each way.
Is a day trip to Vienna from Prague worth it?
It is possible but long. If you are travelling on to Vienna anyway, a one-way private transfer with sightseeing stops is the best way to see more with less driving.
Can you arrange our onward transfer to Vienna or Budapest?
Yes. We arrange private transfers from Prague to Vienna, Budapest, Dresden, Berlin, Munich and other cities, with stops on the way if you wish.
Ask about a day trip to Vienna
Tell us your date and group size. We send timings, the vehicle and a written quote.
We reply by email the same business day (Monday to Saturday, 9:00 to 18:00 Prague time).