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

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Köln Hbf is to night train which costs €50 - €140 and takes 10h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Köln Hbf is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs €65 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Köln Hbf?

No, there is no direct bus from Vienna station to Köln Hbf. 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 16h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Köln Hbf?

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

How far is it from Vienna to Köln Hbf?

The distance between Vienna and Köln Hbf is 782 km. The road distance is 879.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Vienna to Köln Hbf without a car is to train which takes 8h 53m and costs €170 - €350.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Vienna to Köln Hbf, including transfers.

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

Vienna to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

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

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

Train, bus or fly from Vienna to Köln Hbf?

The best way to get from Vienna to Köln Hbf is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs €65 - €240. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €170 - €350 and takes 8h 53m, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €120 and takes 16h 10m.

Where does the Vienna to Köln Hbf bus arrive?

Vienna to Köln Hbf bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Vienna to Köln Hbf train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vienna to Köln Hbf?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Köln Hbf is 879 km. It takes approximately 8h 3m to drive from Vienna to Köln Hbf.

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

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Where can I stay near Köln Hbf?

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Vienna to Köln Hbf - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

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There are 8 ways to get from Vienna to Köln Hbf 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 11m
€66–235
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
10h 22m
€50–140
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbftrain Ice
8h 53m
€170–350
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Leverkusenbus N161
16h 10m
€75–120
Fly Vienna International Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane VIE - DUS
4h 42m
€89–295
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 44m
€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 24m
€132–419
Drive 879.3 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Köln Hbfcar 879.3 km
8h 3m
€148–213

Vienna to Köln Hbf by train

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Distance: 781.7 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Köln Hbf, Germany?

Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbf every 3 hours. Tickets cost €170–350 and the journey takes 8h 53m. Two other operators also service this route.

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