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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Cologne is to night train which costs €50 - €140 and takes 10h 22m.

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 11m and costs €60 - €250.

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 15h 42m.

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 every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 22m.

How far is it from Vienna to Cologne?

The distance between Vienna and Cologne is 782 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 Großauheim which takes 8h 16m and costs €140 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m 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 11m and costs €60 - €250. Alternatively, you can train via Großauheim, which costs €140 - €270 and takes 8h 16m, you could also bus, which costs €80 - €120 and takes 15h 42m.

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 Hanau Hbf 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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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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

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Fly Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane VIE - CGN
4h 11m
€60–241
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
10h 22m
€50–140
Train via Großauheim
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Hanau Hbftrain Ice
2. Take the train from Hanau Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 41 / ...
8h 16m
€142–269
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Leverkusenbus N161
15h 42m
€80–120
Fly Vienna International Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane VIE - DUS
4h 40m
€94–303
Fly Vienna International Airport 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 14m
€94–225
Train to Graz Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbftrain
2. Fly from Graz Airport (GRZ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane GRZ - DUS
7h 16m
€137–416
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
8h 53m
€150–280
Drive 878.3 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Colognecar 878.3 km
8h 2m
€158–229

Vienna to Cologne by train

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Distance: 781.7 km
Duration: 4h 11m

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 Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Hanau Hauptbahnhof in around 8h 16m.

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