What is the cheapest way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne is to bus which costs €35 - €65 and takes 16h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs €55 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Wien Hbf and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Wien Hbf 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 Wien Hbf 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 Wien Hbf to Cologne?

The distance between Wien Hbf and Cologne is 780 km. The road distance is 876 km.

How do I travel from Wien Hbf to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne without a car is to train via Nuremberg which takes 8h 8m and costs €75 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wien Hbf to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wien Hbf to Cologne train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

The best way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs €55 - €230. Alternatively, you can train via Nuremberg, which costs €75 - €210 and takes 8h 8m, you could also bus, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 16h 2m.

Where does the Wien Hbf to Cologne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wien Hbf to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Wien Hbf to Cologne is 876 km. It takes approximately 8h 2m to drive from Wien Hbf to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

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Wien Hbf to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 10 ways to get from Wien Hbf 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 9m
€56–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Leverkusenbus N161
16h 2m
€35–65
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 8m
€79–210
Night train
1. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
12h 23m
€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
4h 55m
€81–275
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 4m
€82–251
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
8h 53m
€55–280
Train #2
1. Take the train from Wien HBF to Köln Hbftrain Nj
12h 27m
€80–120
Drive 876 km
1. Drive from Wien Hbf to Colognecar 876 km
8h 2m
€140–202
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Wien Hbf to Salzburg Hbfcar
2. Take the car train from Salzburg Hbf to Würzburg Hbfcartrain
3. Drive from Würzburg Hbf to Colognecar
7h 47m
€182–248

Wien Hbf to Cologne by train

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Distance: 779.7 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Wien Hbf, Austria and Cologne, Germany?

Ryanair, Eurowings, and two other airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 4 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 8m.

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