What is the cheapest way to get from Vienna to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Cologne is to bus which costs €40 - €100 and takes 16h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vienna to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs €55 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Cologne?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. This train operates Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 23m.

How far is it from Vienna to Cologne?

The distance between Vienna and Cologne is 781 km. The road distance is 878.2 km.

How do I travel from Vienna to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Vienna to Cologne without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 8h 14m and costs €80 - €260.

How long does it take to get from Vienna to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Vienna to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Cologne bus from?

Vienna to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Cologne train from?

Vienna to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Cologne?

The best way to get from Vienna to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs €55 - €240. Alternatively, you can train via Nuremberg, which costs €80 - €260 and takes 8h 14m, you could also bus, which costs €40 - €100 and takes 16h 2m.

Where does the Vienna to Cologne bus arrive?

Vienna to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Vienna to Cologne train arrive?

Vienna to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Nuernberg Hbf station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Cologne is 878 km. It takes approximately 8h 6m to drive from Vienna to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Vienna to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Vienna to Cologne - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, night train

There are 9 ways to get from Vienna to Cologne by plane, train, bus, night train, car, or car train

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Fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane VIE - CGN
4h 14m
€58–235
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Leverkusenbus N161
16h 2m
€40–100
Train via Nuremberg
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Nuernberg Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Nürnberg Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
8h 14m
€80–260
Night train
1. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
12h 23m
€75–280
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane VIE - DUS
5h 1m
€83–309
Fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane VIE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 6m
€89–285
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
8h 53m
€55–280
Drive 878.2 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Colognecar 878.2 km
8h 6m
€143–206
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Vienna to Salzburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to Würzburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Würzburg Hbf to Colognecar
7h 52m
€183–254

Vienna to Cologne by train

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Distance: 781.4 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Cologne, Germany?

Ryanair, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wien Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Nuernberg Hbf and Nürnberg Hbf in around 8h 14m.

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