What is the cheapest way to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral?

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral is to night train which costs €50 - €140 and takes 10h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral?

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs €55 - €250.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Cologne Cathedral?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna station to Cologne Cathedral. However, there are services departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz and arriving at Köln Breslauer Platz/Hbf via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 53m.

How far is it from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral?

The distance between Vienna and Cologne Cathedral is 782 km. The road distance is 879 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral without a car is to train which takes 8h 55m and costs €150 - €300.

How long does it take to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Cologne Cathedral bus from?

Vienna to Cologne Cathedral bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Cologne Cathedral train from?

Vienna to Cologne Cathedral train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral?

The best way to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs €55 - €250. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €150 - €300 and takes 8h 55m, you could also bus, which costs €80 - €130 and takes 15h 54m.

Where does the Vienna to Cologne Cathedral bus arrive?

Vienna to Cologne Cathedral bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Vienna to Cologne Cathedral train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Cologne Cathedral is 879 km. It takes approximately 8h 2m to drive from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral.

How do I get a train ticket from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral?

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Where can I stay near Cologne Cathedral?

There are 1819+ hotels available in Cologne Cathedral.

Vienna to Cologne Cathedral - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Vienna to Cologne Cathedral by plane, train, bus, night train, or car

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Fly Vienna International Airport to Cologne Bonn Airport
best
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane VIE - CGN
4h 14m
€60–241
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
10h 24m
€50–140
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
8h 55m
€150–300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Leverkusenbus N161
15h 54m
€80–130
Fly Vienna International Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane VIE - DUS
4h 44m
€94–303
Fly Vienna International Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane VIE - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Hbftrain
4h 48m
€87–230
Train to Graz Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbftrain
2. Fly from Graz Airport (GRZ) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane GRZ - DUS
7h 19m
€136–416
Drive 879 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Cologne Cathedralcar 879 km
8h 2m
€164–236

Vienna to Cologne Cathedral by train and foot

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Distance: 781.9 km
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Cologne Cathedral, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany?

Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €150–300 and the journey takes 8h 53m. Two other operators also service this route.

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