Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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RegioJet + RegioJet |
| Terminál 2 | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | ||||
Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Erdberg | No tags | |||||
DB Regio NRW + Deutsche Bahn | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
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| Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | ||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn + Österreichische Bundesbahnen | Hbf | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
National Express + Deutsche Bahn | Hbf | Wien Hauptbahnhof | 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 47 minutes and with fares starting at just TRY 2,432, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Vienna?
Cologne
- A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany - 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
Vienna
- A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria - 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 - F
Hütteldorf
Hadikgasse 312, 1130 Wien, Austria
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Vienna by train
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 train ticket from Cologne to Vienna?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Vienna start from TRY 2,432. The average price for this train route is around TRY 7,842. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Vienna?
The average train ride duration from Cologne to Vienna is 9h 47m, covering a distance of 462 miles (744 km). The quickest train can get you there in 9h 2m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Which train operators service the Cologne to Vienna route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 28 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Vienna?
The earliest train departs from Cologne to Vienna at 6:27am. And the latest train departs at 11:55pm.
What is the best train operator from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 12 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Vienna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.9.
Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
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 Oct 12, 2026 with a price of TRY 2,364To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Vienna, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from TRY 2,364 to TRY 16,671 for a train ticket from Cologne to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at TRY 2,364 which is on 2026-10-12.
