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Munich to Vienna drive time, distance, costs & the best stops
- Drive time
- 4 hr 25 min
- Distance
- 403 km
- Fuel (est.)
- €48
- Tolls (est.)
- None
The Munich to Vienna drive
The drive from Munich to Vienna covers 250 miles (403 km) and takes about 4 hr 25 min without stops. That makes it a comfortable one-day drive. Leave in the morning and you'll arrive with the day ahead of you.
Expect fuel for a typical petrol car (~40 mpg) to cost around €48 one-way with no significant motorway tolls on the way. Austria requires a motorway vignette (~€12.4 sticker (10-day/weekly)). Prices shift monthly, so treat these as ballpark figures.
Best stops between Munich and Vienna
Within ~30 km of the driving route, worth the detour.
Munich to Vienna FAQs
How long is the drive from Munich to Vienna?
Driving from Munich to Vienna takes about 4 hr 25 min nonstop, covering 250 miles (403 km). Add time for breaks: most drivers stop every 2 hours.
How much does it cost to drive from Munich to Vienna?
Fuel for a typical petrol car (~40 mpg) costs roughly €48 one-way. There are no significant motorway tolls on this route. Austria requires a motorway vignette (~€12.4 sticker (10-day/weekly)). Estimates are indicative: prices change monthly.
Can I drive from Munich to Vienna in one day?
Yes, at about 4 hr 25 min of driving, Munich to Vienna is a comfortable one-day drive with a couple of breaks.
More drives from Munich & Vienna
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Planning a bigger trip? Try the free Germany road trip planner or the Austria planner, or read the driving in Austria guide.