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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Erdberg | Cheapest | |||||
 | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | No tags | |||||
| Cologne Messe/Deutz | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
ÖBB + ÖBB | Hbf | Hauptbahnhof Süd | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Vienna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $53, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Vienna?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Vienna
- AFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - ELandstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
- F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria
Train companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Vienna by train
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 train ticket from Cologne to Vienna?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Vienna start at $71. The average price for this train route is around $148. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Cologne to Vienna?
The average train trip from Cologne to Vienna takes 8h 16m and covers 744 km. The quickest train gets you there in 7h 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Vienna route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Vienna?
The earliest train from Cologne to Vienna departs at 6:00am. The latest train departs at 11:11pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Vienna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Vienna was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $102To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Vienna, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $102 to $502 for a train ticket from Cologne to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $102 which is on 2025-12-17.
Usually ÖBB, Deutsche Bahn ICE will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
