Next available departures

Next departures for Cologne to Vienna on August 7
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	2:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 30m	3:50pm	Erdberg	Cheapest
	11:35pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 20m	11:55am	Erdberg	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	7:40pm	Terminál 2	14h 41m	10:21am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	8:14am	Hbf	15h 45m	11:59pm	Erdberg	No tags
	8:35am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h 55m	1:30am	Erdberg	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	4:14pm	Hbf	14h 6m	6:20am	Erdberg	No tags
	11:20am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	15h	2:20am	Erdberg	No tags
	3:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	14h	5:50am	Erdberg	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:05 PM CEST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Vienna

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 9 hours 47 minutes and with fares starting at just ₪153, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day

9h 47mAverage Duration

462 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price₪149 - ₪734	Average Duration16h 50m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price₪153 - ₪1,325	Average Duration9h 47m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Cologne and Vienna

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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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
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
B
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
C
Vienna Airport
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D
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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E
Matzleinsdorferplatz
Triester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
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F
Vienne
Passage Stephansplatz 1711, 1010 Wien, Austria

Compare companies

FlixBus

3.5/514,991 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

RegioJet

4.1/51,102 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.1

Cleanliness4.4

Wifi3.8

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.7/512,478 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Union Ivkoni

2.7/52,064 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.9

AT bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Sindbad, MarinoBus, Ecolines, BlaBlaCar Bus - Alsa

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 ₪149. The average price for this route is around ₪275. 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 50m, covering a distance of 462 miles (745 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 29 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 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 18.6174 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 1102 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 RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.1 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.

Best price found

08/04

₪302

08/05

₪226

Today

₪234

08/07

₪256

08/08

No data

08/09

₪241

08/10

₪226

08/11

No data

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Vienna was searched and found on Aug 5, 2026 with a price of ₪226

To 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 ₪226 to ₪536 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 ₪226 which is on 2026-08-10.