How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Cologne start from $62. The average price for this route is around $111. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Cologne?

The average bus travel time from Vienna to Cologne is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 746 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 25m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Vienna to Cologne route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Union Ivkoni , RegioJet , BlaBlaCar Bus , Deutsche Bahn Regio .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vienna to Cologne?

The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Cologne at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Cologne?

A bus trip from Vienna to Cologne generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Vienna to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Cologne?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Deutsche Bahn Regio has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Vienna to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet , with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Bus Vienna to Cologne from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on January 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	8:05am	Terminál 2	Cheapest
	5:55pm	Erdberg	12h 25m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:40pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	22h 16m	6:56pm	Hbf	No tags
	12:35pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	19h 30m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
	6:00pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 40m	11:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on January 8
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	8:05am	Terminál 2	Cheapest
	5:55pm	Erdberg	12h 25m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
	12:01am	Erdberg	14h 59m	3:00pm	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:20pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 21m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	12:35pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	19h 30m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on January 9
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:40am	Erdberg	14h 45m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	5:55pm	Erdberg	12h 25m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	8:05am	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:20pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 29m	1:49pm	Hbf	No tags
	4:35am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 45m	10:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on January 10
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	8:05am	Terminál 2	Cheapest
	5:55pm	Erdberg	12h 25m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:20pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 29m	1:49pm	Hbf	No tags
	12:35pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	19h 30m	8:05am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:55pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	18h 54m	5:49pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on January 11
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	9:00pm	Erdberg	16h 49m	1:49pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	5:55pm	Erdberg	12h 25m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	8:05am	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:55pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	18h 54m	5:49pm	Hbf	No tags
	4:35am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 45m	10:20pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on January 12
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:40am	Erdberg	14h 45m	5:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
	5:55pm	Erdberg	12h 25m	6:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	8:05am	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	10:55pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	18h 54m	5:49pm	Hbf	No tags
	4:35am	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 35m	10:10pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 10:35 AM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Vienna to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $74, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

9h 10mAverage Duration

744 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$62 - $278	Average Duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$73 - $451	Average Duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$74 - $104	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Vienna and Cologne?

Stops in Vienna

A
Vienna Airport
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B
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
C
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
D
Stadion Center
Engerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
Visit page
E
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
Visit page
F
Matzleinsdorferplatz
Triester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
Visit page

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,952 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,976 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

RegioJet

4/51,066 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,356 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Deutsche Bahn Regio

4.5/510 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

DE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vienna to Cologne start from $62. The average price for this route is around $111. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Vienna to Cologne?
The average bus travel time from Vienna to Cologne is 16h 45m, covering a distance of 746 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Vienna to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus, Deutsche Bahn Regio.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Vienna to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Cologne at 12:01am. And the latest bus departs at 11:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Cologne?
A bus trip from Vienna to Cologne generates an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Vienna to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Deutsche Bahn Regio has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Vienna to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-05

$116

01-06

$132

Today

$110

01-08

$89

01-09

$96

01-10

$87

01-11

$90

01-12

$72

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Cologne was searched and found on Jan 12, 2026 with a price of $72

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vienna to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $72 to $227 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $72 which is on 2026-01-12.