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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | Erdberg | Cheapest | ||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | Erdberg | Fastest | ||||
RegioJet + RegioJet |
| Terminál 2 | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Erdberg | No tags | |||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | Erdberg | No tags | ||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | Erdberg | No tags | ||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Flughafen / Airport (VIE) | No tags | |||||
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| Cologne Airport CGN (Terminal 2) | Erdberg | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Vienna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 16 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just R 803, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Vienna
Stops in Cologne
- B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany - D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Vienna
- A
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - C
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - D
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria - E
Matzleinsdorferplatz
Triester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria - F
Vienne
Passage Stephansplatz 1711, 1010 Wien, Austria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Vienna by bus
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 bus ticket from Cologne to Vienna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Vienna start at R 803. The average price for this route is around R 1 321. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Vienna?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Vienna is 16h 50m, covering a distance of 745 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 11h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Vienna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 24 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Vienna?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Vienna at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Vienna?
A bus trip from Cologne to Vienna produces an estimated 18.610375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1116 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Vienna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
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 21 Oct 2026 with a price of R 810To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Vienna as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 810 to R 2 582 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 810, which is on 2026-10-21.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Vienna?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
