Next available departures

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on August 12
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
RegioJet + RegioJet		5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	8:05am	Terminál 2	CheapestFastest

Next departures for Vienna to Cologne on August 13
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	6:28pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	11h 36m	6:04am	Hbf	Cheapest
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	7:28am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 1m	4:29pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet	5:36pm	Wien Hauptbahnhof	14h 29m	8:05am	Terminál 2	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	4:15pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	20h 41m	12:56pm	Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	6:28am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 46m	4:14pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr + DB Regio NRW	6:28am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	10h 51m	5:19pm	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
Flixbus + Flixtrain	8:20pm	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	17h 21m	1:41pm	Hbf	No tags
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr	6:28am	Wien Hauptbahnhof	9h 46m	4:14pm	Köln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12 Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go 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 10 hours 38 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 4,001, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

31train per day

10h 38mAverage Duration

462 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceRUB 3,414 - RUB 15,144	Average Duration16h 25m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceRUB 4,001 - RUB 28,366	Average Duration10h 38m	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
Hütteldorf
Hadikgasse 312, 1130 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
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Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.6/518 reviews

Staff3.0

Timeliness2.1

Cleanliness5.0

Wifi2.5

Based on 18 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at RUB 7,415

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vienna to Cologne 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 Vienna to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Vienna to Cologne start from RUB 4,001. The average price for this train route is around RUB 9,968. 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 Vienna to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Vienna to Cologne is 10h 38m, covering a distance of 462 miles (744 km). The quickest train can get you there in 8h 52m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Vienna to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 31 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Vienna to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Vienna to Cologne at 6:28am. And the latest train departs at 7:28pm.