Trains tickets from Cologne to Vienna

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Today17 May
from US$80
Tomorrow18 May
from US$85
Mon19 May
from US$46
Tue20 May
from US$56
Wed21 May
from US$50
Thu22 May
Fri23 May
Sat24 May

Next departures to Vienna

One passenger / one way

  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 18 May at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 19 May at
    Destination city: Vienna
    Destination location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 18 May at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 18 May at
    Destination city: Vienna
    Destination location: Wien Hauptbahnhof
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 May at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Terminál 2
    Arrival time: 19 May at
    Destination city: Vienna
    Destination location: Wien Hauptbahnhof
    Operated by: RegioJet + RegioJet
    RegioJet + RegioJet
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 May at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 19 May at
    Destination city: Vienna
    Destination location: Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 18 May at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 18 May at
    Destination city: Vienna
    Destination location: Wien Hauptbahnhof
    Operated by: Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Regional-Express + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Vienna

Bus
Average priceUS$35 - US$207Average duration17h
19kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average priceUS$46 - US$316Average duration9h 9m
18kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$40 - US$104Average duration9h 20m
31kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Vienna

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 9 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just US$40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
9h 20mAverage duration
US$40Cheapest ticket
31kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Vienna: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$102
Average train trip duration9h 9m
Number of daily trains5
Earliest train departure05:52
Distance464 miles
Latest train departure19:28

Cologne to Vienna Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Vienna

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Vienna cost?

    The average train ticket price from Cologne to Vienna is US$102. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Cologne to Vienna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Cologne to Vienna?

    A train trip between Cologne and Vienna is around 9h 9m, although the fastest train will take about 7h 52m. This is the time it takes to travel the 462 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Cologne and Vienna?

    The number of trains from Cologne to Vienna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Vienna by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Vienna?

    Trains travelling between Cologne and Vienna leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at Vienna Airport, Erdberg, Westbahnhof.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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19/05
US$81
20/05
US$81
21/05
US$92
22/05
US$65
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Vienna was searched and found on 22 May 2025 with a price of US$65

To 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 US$65 to US$284 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 US$65, which is on 2025-05-22.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Vienna you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Cologne and Vienna, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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