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Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 4 October
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	Toilet Power outlets	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	Cheapest
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn		07:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 1m	16:29	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain		22:55	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	18h 46m	17:41	Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn		06:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 46m	16:14	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn + DB Regio NRW		06:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 51m	17:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn + HLB + DB Regio NRW		07:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 51m	18:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + Deutsche Bahn + HLB		07:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 38m	18:06	Hbf	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain		21:00	Erdberg	16h 41m	13:41	Hbf	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Vienna to Cologne

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 10 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$70, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

51train per day

10h 38mAverage duration

744 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceCA$60 - CA$299	Average duration16h 55m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceCA$70 - CA$530	Average duration10h 38m	CO₂ emissions 18kg 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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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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Hütteldorf
Hadikgasse 312, 1130 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
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Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi2.5

Based on 18 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained about the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at CA$129

DE train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, RegioJet, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Deutsche Bahn Regio, Slovak Rail, Deutsche Bahn ICE

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 CA$70. The average price for this train route is around CA$156. 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 10h 38m, covering a distance of 744 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 52m 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 51 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vienna to Cologne?
The earliest train from Vienna to Cologne departs at 06:28. And the latest train departs at 19:28.