How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Cologne start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $152. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Vienna to Cologne?

The average train ride duration from Vienna to Cologne is 9h 31m, covering a distance of 462 miles (745 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 1m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators service the Vienna to Cologne route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE , RegioJet .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Vienna to Cologne?

The earliest train departs from Vienna to Cologne at 6:13am. And the latest train departs at 7:13pm.

What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which train operator has the most timely service from Vienna to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on December 27
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:45pm	Hbf	16h 56m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:20pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 21m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 53m	5:06pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on December 28
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	11:30pm	Erdberg	14h 11m	1:41pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	8:05am	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	20h 41m	12:56pm	Hbf	No tags
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on December 29
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ÖBB + ÖBB	12:28am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	12h 37m	1:05pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	20h 41m	12:56pm	Hbf	No tags
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 53m	5:06pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on December 30
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ÖBB + ÖBB	12:28am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	12h 37m	1:05pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	20h 41m	12:56pm	Hbf	No tags
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 53m	5:06pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on December 31
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	12:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	8:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Cheapest
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:20pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 21m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 53m	5:06pm	Hbf	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on January 1
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ÖBB + ÖBB	1:57am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	10h 8m	12:05pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	9:13am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	7h 52m	5:05pm	Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	8:05am	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	20h 41m	12:56pm	Hbf	No tags
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on January 2
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ÖBB + ÖBB	12:28am	Hauptbahnhof Süd	12h 37m	1:05pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	20h 41m	12:56pm	Hbf	No tags
	8:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 1m	4:14pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity	7:13am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 8m	5:21pm	Hbf	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 1:48 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to go from Vienna to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

9hAverage Duration

461 milesDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $157	Average Duration16h 35m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $318	Average Duration9h 31m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$52 - $70	Average Duration9h	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

4/511 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness1.7

Cleanliness5

RegioJet

4/51,062 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

Train and bus companies in DE:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vienna to Cologne 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 Vienna to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Cologne start from $51. The average price for this train route is around $152. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vienna to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Vienna to Cologne is 9h 31m, covering a distance of 462 miles (745 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 1m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Vienna to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Vienna to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Vienna to Cologne at 6:13am. And the latest train departs at 7:13pm.
What 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 best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Vienna to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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

12/25

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12/26

No data

Today

$169

12/28

$145

12/29

$157

12/30

$133

12/31

$97

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 31, 2025 with a price of $97

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 $97 to $574 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 $97 which is on 2025-12-31.

Usually 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.