How much does a train ticket from Vienna to Cologne cost?

The average train ticket price from Vienna to Cologne is $114. The best way to find train tickets from Vienna to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Vienna to Cologne?

A train trip between Vienna and Cologne is around 9h 31m, although the fastest train will take about 8h 1m. This is the time it takes to travel the 462 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Vienna and Cologne?

The number of trains from Vienna to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 11. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Vienna to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which train companies travel from Vienna to Cologne?

When taking the train from Vienna to Cologne, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, RegioJet.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Vienna to Cologne?

Trains traveling between Vienna and Cologne leave from Westbahnhof or Vienna Airport and arrive at Hbf, Cologne/Bonn Airport, Köln-Blumenberg.

What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

Once in Cologne, you can explore the city. The top sights and things to do are Köln Triangle Panorama, Twelve Romanesque churches, Cologne Zoo, Hohenzollern Bridge, Historic Town Hall.

Train Vienna to Cologne from $48 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on November 16
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:40pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	22h 13m	6:53pm	Hbf	Cheapest
	1:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 12m	9:25pm	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)	21h 24m	1:39pm	Hbf	No tags
	1:13pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 12m	9:25pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

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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 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $52, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

9h 20mAverage Duration

461 milesDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$37 - $210	Average Duration16h 45m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$51 - $303	Average Duration9h 31m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$52 - $74	Average Duration9h 20m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

RegioJet

4/51,057 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

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

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

Stops in Vienna

A - Westbahnhof

B - Vienna Airport

C - Erdberg

D - Hbf

E - Mitte

F - Belvedere

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vienna to Cologne by train

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How many daily trains are there between Vienna and Cologne?
Which train companies travel from Vienna to Cologne?
What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Vienna to Cologne?
What are the best sights and things to do in Cologne?

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

Best price found

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$96

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$96

Today

$167

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$72

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$72

11/19

$60

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$60

11/21

$67

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Cologne was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $60

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 $60 to $358 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 $60 which is on 2025-11-19.