How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Cologne start from R 858. The average price for this train route is around R 2 526. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Vienna to Cologne?

The average train journey time from Vienna to Cologne is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 744 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 1m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Vienna to Cologne route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , RegioJet .

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

The earliest train from Vienna to Cologne departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 19:13.

Which is the best train operator from Vienna to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is RegioJet , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1062 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Vienna to Cologne?

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

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Vienna to Cologne?

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.

Train Vienna to Cologne from R 796 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 7 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	Cheapest
	12:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	20:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:40	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	22h 16m	18:56	Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 2m	17:15	Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 2m	17:15	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 8 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	Cheapest
	09:13	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 52m	17:05	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:20	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 21m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 2m	17:15	Hbf	No tags
ÖBB + ÖBB	00:28	Hauptbahnhof Süd	12h 37m	13:05	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 9 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:45	Hbf	17h 4m	13:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	15:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 27m	23:40	Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:20	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 29m	13:49	Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 2m	17:15	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 10 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	Cheapest
	08:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:20	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 29m	13:49	Hbf	No tags
	08:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	18h 54m	17:49	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 11 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	21:00	Erdberg	16h 49m	13:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	09:13	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 52m	17:05	Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	18h 54m	17:49	Hbf	No tags
	08:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 12 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	Cheapest
	09:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 22m	18:35	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	18h 54m	17:49	Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 2m	17:15	Hbf	No tags
	07:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 2m	17:15	Hbf	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel 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 R 875, 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 priceR 733 - R 3 290	Average duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 858 - R 5 336	Average duration9h 25m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 875 - R 1 225	Average duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vienna and Cologne?

Vienna

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
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C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi5

RegioJet

4/51 066 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vienna to Cologne by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Cologne start from R 858. The average price for this train route is around R 2 526. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vienna to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Vienna to Cologne is 9h 25m, covering a distance of 744 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 1m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Vienna to Cologne route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 3 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Cologne?
The earliest train from Vienna to Cologne departs at 06:13. And the latest train departs at 19:13.
Which is the best train operator from Vienna to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1062 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator RegioJet has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Vienna to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Vienna to Cologne?
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.

Best price found

05/01

R 2 421

06/01

R 2 824

Today

R 2 017

08/01

R 1 263

09/01

R 1 614

10/01

R 1 613

11/01

R 1 258

12/01

R 1 607

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Cologne was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of R 1 258

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

You can expect to pay from R 1 258 to R 9 441 for a train ticket from Vienna to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 258, which is on 2026-01-11.