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 €70 - €120 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 15m and costs €70 - €220.

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 11h 22m.

How far is it from Vienna to Cologne?

The distance between Vienna and Cologne is 781 km. The road distance is 878.3 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 Munich which takes 9h and costs €170 - €600.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m 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 WESTbahn Gmbh, depart from Wien Westbahnhof station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Cologne?

The best way to get from Vienna to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs €70 - €220. Alternatively, you can train via Munich, which costs €170 - €600 and takes 9h, you could also bus, which costs €70 - €120 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 WESTbahn Gmbh, arrive at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Cologne is 878 km. It takes approximately 8h 2m to drive from Vienna to Cologne.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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There are 8 ways to get from Vienna to Cologne by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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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 15m
€72–217
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
11h 22m
€55–140
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Wien Westbahnhof to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
2. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain 90 / ...
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
9h
€175–587
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Leverkusenbus N161
16h 2m
€70–120
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane VIE - DUS
4h 52m
€98–266
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
4h 47m
€104–276
Train
1. Take the train from Wien HBF to Köln Hbftrain Nj / ...
12h 46m
€180–330
Drive 878.3 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Colognecar 878.3 km
8h 2m
€145–209

Vienna to Cologne by train

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Distance: 781 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wien Westbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Salzburg Hauptbahnhof and München Hbf in around 9h.

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