What is the cheapest way to get from Köln Hbf to Vienna?

The cheapest way to get from Köln Hbf to Vienna is to night train which costs €55 - €140 and takes 12h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Köln Hbf to Vienna?

The fastest way to get from Köln Hbf to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 4m and costs €65 - €220.

Is there a direct bus between Köln Hbf and Vienna?

No, there is no direct bus from Köln Hbf to Vienna station. However, there are services departing from Cologne Airport CGN and arriving at Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Köln Hbf and Vienna?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Wien Hbf. This train operates Monday, Wednesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 12h 22m.

How far is it from Köln Hbf to Vienna?

The distance between Köln Hbf and Vienna is 782 km. The road distance is 878.2 km.

How do I travel from Köln Hbf to Vienna without a car?

The best way to get from Köln Hbf to Vienna without a car is to train via Munich which takes 9h 6m and costs €160 - €750.

How long does it take to get from Köln Hbf to Vienna?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Köln Hbf to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Köln Hbf to Vienna bus from?

Köln Hbf to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cologne Airport CGN station.

Where do I catch the Köln Hbf to Vienna train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Köln Hbf to Vienna?

The best way to get from Köln Hbf to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 4m and costs €65 - €220. Alternatively, you can train via Munich, which costs €160 - €750 and takes 9h 6m, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €150 and takes 14h 54m.

Where does the Köln Hbf to Vienna bus arrive?

Köln Hbf to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where does the Köln Hbf to Vienna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Köln Hbf to Vienna?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Köln Hbf to Vienna?

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Köln Hbf to Vienna - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

There are 10 ways to get from Köln Hbf 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 4m
€67–217
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Wien Hbfnighttrain Nj
12h 22m
€55–140
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 6m
€169–735
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platzbus N161
14h 54m
€78–142
Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane DUS - VIE
4h 44m
€88–250
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 41m
€88–304
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 26m
€149–356
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Wien HBFtrain Nj
12h 21m
€170–350
Bus via Erdberg
1. Take the bus from Köln Airport to Vienna, International Busterminalbus
17h 40m
Drive 878.2 km
1. Drive from Köln Hbf to Viennacar 878.2 km
8h 6m
€143–207

Köln Hbf to Vienna by foot and train

175Weekly Services

9h 6mAverage Duration

€169Cheapest Price

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Distance: 781.7 km
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Köln Hbf, 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 Köln Hbf to Wien Westbahnhof via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, München Hbf, and Salzburg Hauptbahnhof in around 9h 6m.

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