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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 16h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs €55 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Cologne Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna station to Cologne Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Cologne Cathedral?

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 Cathedral?

The distance between Vienna and Cologne Cathedral is 782 km. The road distance is 879 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 8h 24m and costs €85 - €230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Cologne Cathedral bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Vienna to Cologne Cathedral train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral?

The best way to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs €55 - €240. Alternatively, you can train via Nuremberg, which costs €85 - €230 and takes 8h 24m, you could also bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 16h 15m.

Where does the Vienna to Cologne Cathedral bus arrive?

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

Where does the Vienna to Cologne Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Cologne Cathedral is 879 km. It takes approximately 8h 7m to drive from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne Cathedral?

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

There are 9 ways to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral 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 18m
€58–237
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Leverkusenbus N161
16h 15m
€40–65
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 24m
€86–230
Night train
1. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
12h 26m
€75–280
Fly to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane VIE - DUS
2. Take the train from Duesseldorf Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain
5h 4m
€83–279
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 Hbftrain
4h 48m
€82–285
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
8h 56m
€55–280
Drive 879 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Cologne Cathedralcar 879 km
8h 7m
€140–202
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 Cologne Cathedralcar
7h 52m
€182–248

Vienna to Cologne Cathedral by train and foot

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8h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 781.7 km
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Cologne Cathedral, North Rhine-Westphalia, 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 Cologne Cathedral via Nuernberg Hbf, Nürnberg Hbf, and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 8h 24m.

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