Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RegioJet + RegioJet | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Terminál 2 | Cheapest | |||||
 | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Wien Hauptbahnhof | Hbf | No tags | |||||
| Wien Hauptbahnhof | Hbf | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna to Cologne
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 €46, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vienna and Cologne?
Vienna
- AFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- B
Vienna Airport
- 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
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
- 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
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 vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Vienna to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Cologne start from €42. The average price for this train route is around €77. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting 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 21m, covering a distance of 745 km. The fastest train gets 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 run on 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 15:13.
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 1067 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Cologne?
According to reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has 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 3.9 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.
The cheapest trip from Vienna to Cologne was searched and found on 28 Jan 2026 with a price of €52To 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 €52 to €271 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 €52, which is on 2026-01-28.