How much is the train ticket from Vienna to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Cologne start from R 797. The average price for this train route is around R 2 094. 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 9h 46m, covering a distance of 745 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 24 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 06:13. And the latest train departs at 19:28.

Train Vienna to Cologne from R 1 127 | Refundable Tickets

Next available departures

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 28 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:45	Hbf	16h 56m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	18:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 36m	06:04	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	14h 46m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	18:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 51m	06:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	18:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 36m	06:04	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 29 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:30	Erdberg	14h 11m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	06:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 37m	15:05	Hbf	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	16:15	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	20h 41m	12:56	Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Regio NRW	06:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 6m	16:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 30 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	Cheapest
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	07:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 5m	16:33	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:20	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 21m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	06:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 24m	15:37	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	06:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 51m	16:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 31 May
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	Cheapest
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	14:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 57m	23:10	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	22:55	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	14h 46m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Regio NRW	06:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 6m	16:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	06:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 51m	16:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 1 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	Cheapest
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	06:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 46m	15:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:20	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 21m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Regio NRW	06:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 6m	16:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	06:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 46m	15:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 2 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	21:00	Erdberg	16h 41m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	06:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 46m	15:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:20	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 21m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Regio NRW	06:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 6m	16:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 3 June
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:45	Hbf	16h 56m	13:41	Hbf	Cheapest
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	06:28	Wien Hauptbahnhof	8h 46m	15:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	17:36	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	08:05	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	20:20	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 21m	13:41	Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Regio NRW	06:13	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 6m	16:19	Cologne Messe/Deutz	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 9 hours 46 minutes and with fares starting at just R 797, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

24train per day

9h 46mAverage duration

745 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 796 - R 3 122	Average duration16h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 797 - R 6 231	Average duration9h 46m	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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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
Wien Dörfelstraße (Meidling Bahnhof)
Vienna Meidling, Eichenstraße 25, 1120 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

3.5/517 reviews

Staff3.8

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

WiFi3.4

Based on 17 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 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 R 1 174

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

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 R 797. The average price for this train route is around R 2 094. 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 9h 46m, covering a distance of 745 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 24 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 06:13. And the latest train departs at 19:28.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

26/05

R 3 183

27/05

R 3 184

Today

R 2 783

29/05

R 2 778

30/05

R 1 986

31/05

R 2 382

01/06

R 1 790

02/06

R 1 592

The cheapest trip from Vienna to Cologne was searched and found on 02 Jun 2026 with a price of R 1 592

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 R 1 592 to R 5 331 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 R 1 592, which is on 2026-06-02.