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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: April 24 atDeparture city: ViennaDeparture location: ErdbergArrival time: April 25 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
- This trip is recommended because it is: 2nd CheapestDeparture time: April 24 atDeparture city: ViennaDeparture location: HbfArrival time: April 25 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
- This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: April 24 atDeparture city: ViennaDeparture location: ErdbergArrival time: April 25 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
- Departure time: April 24 atDeparture city: ViennaDeparture location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)Arrival time: April 25 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
- Departure time: April 24 atDeparture city: ViennaDeparture location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)Arrival time: April 25 atDestination city: CologneDestination location: Hbf
Bus Vienna to Cologne: Trip Overview
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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.
Based on 908 reviews, the company was rated 4.2 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the wifi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at $91.00
Based on 1611 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at $35.00
Vienna to Cologne Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 18 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 2:40AM - 11:45PM |
Minimum Price | $34 |
Average Ticket Price | $64 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 12h25m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 17h15m |
Distance | 464 miles (747 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | FlixBus, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Vienna and Cologne?
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
ErdbergWiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
HbfEngerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
Stadion CenterTriester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
MatzleinsdorferplatzFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
WestbahnhofBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
HbfGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Gummersbacher Str.Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
Riehl ZooHeinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
Leverkusen MitteCologne,, Germany
Rhein Energie StadionFrequently asked questions for your trip Vienna - Cologne
The best way to travel from Vienna to Cologne is by bus. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. You also have the option of using carpooling services.
Traveling from Vienna to Cologne takes around 17h 15m on average, but you can get there in as little as 12h 25m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 462 miles (745 km) that separate the two cities.
Vienna and Cologne are 462 miles (745 km) apart.
On average, there are 18 daily departures on this route, offered by FlixBus, RegioJet and Union Ivkoni. Depending on the day of the week, the number of buses available from Vienna to Cologne may vary. Busbud can make your trip from Vienna to Cologne a breeze! Simply check the schedules and pick the bus that matches your style and budget. It's that easy!
The bus service operates from 2:40 AM for the initial departure and runs until 11:45 PM for the final departure.
The majority of buses traveling from Vienna to Cologne start their journey at Erdberg and wind up at Cologne Airport. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
Go for the bus if you want the most economical way to travel this route. $34 is the starting point for the cost-effective bus ride to Cologne from Vienna.
The bus ticket costs $64 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $34 and $266, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.
Once in Cologne, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Cologne Cathedral, Cologne Opera, Twelve Romanesque churches, Cologne cable cars and Köln Triangle Panorama.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vienna to Cologne, as early as possible.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Vienna to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Vienna to Cologne.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Vienna to Cologne.
Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Vienna to Cologne.
Did you know?
The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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Bus from Cologne to ViennaYou can also go to Cologne by train
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