What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Westbahnhof?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Westbahnhof is to night train which costs €55 - €150 and takes 12h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Westbahnhof?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Westbahnhof is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs €70 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Westbahnhof?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Westbahnhof. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Westbahnhof?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Westbahnhof. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Wien Westbahnhof via München Hbf and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Cologne to Westbahnhof?

The distance between Cologne and Westbahnhof is 786 km. The road distance is 872.5 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Westbahnhof without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Westbahnhof without a car is to train via Munich which takes 8h 50m and costs €160 - €750.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Westbahnhof?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Cologne to Westbahnhof, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Westbahnhof bus from?

Cologne to Westbahnhof bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Westbahnhof train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Cologne to Westbahnhof?

The best way to get from Cologne to Westbahnhof is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs €70 - €220. Alternatively, you can train via Munich, which costs €160 - €750 and takes 8h 50m, you could also bus, which costs €80 - €140 and takes 13h 47m.

Where does the Cologne to Westbahnhof bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Westbahnhof train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Westbahnhof?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Westbahnhof is 872 km. It takes approximately 7h 57m to drive from Cologne to Westbahnhof.

How do I get a train ticket from Cologne to Westbahnhof?

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Cologne to Westbahnhof - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

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There are 9 ways to get from Cologne to Westbahnhof 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 16m
€70–220
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
12h 42m
€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 / ...
8h 50m
€169–738
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus N61 / ...
13h 47m
€81–139
Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane DUS - VIE
4h 55m
€91–253
Train to Frankfurt, fly
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Frankfurttrain
2. Fly from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane FRA - VIE
4h 46m
€103–307
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 37m
€153–360
Train
1. Take the train from Koln Sud to Wien Meidlingtrain Nj
11h 7m
€174–343
Drive 872.5 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Westbahnhofcar 872.5 km
7h 57m
€143–206

Cologne to Westbahnhof by train

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Distance: 786.2 km
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Westbahnhof, 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 train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Wien Westbahnhof via München Hbf and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in around 8h 50m.

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