What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Vienna?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Vienna is to night train which costs €55 - €150 and takes 12h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Vienna?

The fastest way to get from Cologne Central Station to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs €65 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne Central Station and Vienna?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne Central Station to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne Central Station and Vienna?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne Central Station to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Stephansplatz via München Hbf, Salzburg Hauptbahnhof and Westbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 17m.

How far is it from Cologne Central Station to Vienna?

The distance between Cologne Central Station and Vienna is 783 km. The road distance is 878.2 km.

How do I travel from Cologne Central Station to Vienna without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne Central Station to Vienna without a car is to train via Munich which takes 9h 17m and costs €180 - €800.

How long does it take to get from Cologne Central Station to Vienna?

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Cologne Central Station to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne Central Station to Vienna bus from?

Cologne Central Station to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne Central Station to Vienna train from?

Cologne Central Station to Vienna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train, bus or fly from Cologne Central Station to Vienna?

The best way to get from Cologne Central Station to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs €65 - €220. Alternatively, you can train via Munich, which costs €180 - €800 and takes 9h 17m, you could also bus, which costs €80 - €150 and takes 13h 43m.

Where does the Cologne Central Station to Vienna bus arrive?

Cologne Central Station to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

Where does the Cologne Central Station to Vienna train arrive?

Cologne Central Station to Vienna train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Cologne Central Station to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne Central Station to Vienna is 878 km. It takes approximately 8h 6m to drive from Cologne Central Station to Vienna.

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There are 9 ways to get from Cologne Central Station to Vienna by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane CGN - VIE
4h 9m
€70–220
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Koeln Hbf to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
12h 30m
€58–141
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to München Hbftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Salzburg Hauptbahnhoftrain 90 / ...
3. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Wien Westbahnhoftrain Drf / ...
9h 17m
€180–759
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus N61 / ...
13h 43m
€81–145
Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane DUS - VIE
4h 48m
€91–253
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Frankfurt Flughafen Fernbtrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane FRA - VIE
4h 46m
€91–300
Train to Brussels Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane BRU - VIE
6h 30m
€145–366
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Wien Hauptbahnhoftrain 90N
12h 36m
€208–297
Drive 878.2 km
1. Drive from Cologne Central Station to Viennacar 878.2 km
8h 6m
€142–205

Cologne Central Station to Vienna by foot, train, and subway

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Distance: 783 km
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Cologne Central Station, Germany and Vienna, Austria?

Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, and three other airlines fly from Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Cologne Central Station to Stephansplatz via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, München Hbf, Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, Wien Westbahnhof, and Westbahnhof in around 9h 17m.

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