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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RegioJet + RegioJet | Terminál 2 | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Erdberg | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Erdberg | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Erdberg | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Erdberg | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Vienna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 9 hours 31 minutes and with fares starting at just CHF 39, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Vienna?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher 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
- B
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - C
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - DFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- ETriester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
- FEngerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Vienna by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary 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 from CHF 39. The average price for this route is around CHF 61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Vienna?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Vienna is 16h 55m, covering a distance of 462 miles (744 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Vienna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 25 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Vienna?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Vienna at 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Vienna?
A bus trip from Cologne to Vienna generates an estimated 18.5915 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 1074 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 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, 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 traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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 May 20, 2026 with a price of CHF 41To 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 CHF 41 to CHF 131 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 CHF 41 which is on 2026-05-20.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Vienna?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
