What is the cheapest way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne is to bus which costs €75 - €130 and takes 16h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs €60 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Wien Hbf and Cologne?

No, there is no direct bus from Wien Hbf station to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz and arriving at Köln Heumarkt via Wiesdorf Leverkusen Mitte Bf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Wien Hbf and Cologne?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. This train operates Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 12h 4m.

How far is it from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

The distance between Wien Hbf and Cologne is 780 km. The road distance is 876 km.

How do I travel from Wien Hbf to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne without a car is to train via Munich which takes 9h 8m and costs €150 - €800.

How long does it take to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wien Hbf to Cologne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Wien Hbf to Cologne train from?

Wien Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Railjet, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train, bus or fly from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

The best way to get from Wien Hbf to Cologne is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs €60 - €210. Alternatively, you can train via Munich, which costs €150 - €800 and takes 9h 8m, you could also bus, which costs €75 - €130 and takes 16h 1m.

Where does the Wien Hbf to Cologne bus arrive?

Wien Hbf to Cologne bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Leverkusen station.

Where does the Wien Hbf to Cologne train arrive?

Wien Hbf to Cologne train services, operated by Railjet, arrive at St.Poelten Hbf station.

Can I drive from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Wien Hbf to Cologne is 876 km. It takes approximately 8h 1m to drive from Wien Hbf to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Wien Hbf to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Wien Hbf to Cologne - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and night train

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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 17m
€64–206
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the night train from Wien Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
12h 4m
€55–140
Train via Munich
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to St.Poelten Hbftrain Rjx / ...
2. Take the train from St.Poelten Hbf to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10train Rjx
3. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
9h 8m
€153–787
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Leverkusenbus N161
16h 1m
€75–130
Fly Vienna International Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane VIE - DUS
4h 45m
€82–237
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 Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 51m
€97–294
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 17m
€141–420
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain 90N
12h 46m
€200–300
Train #2
1. Take the train from Wien HBF to Köln Hbftrain Nj
12h 50m
€170–350
Drive 876 km
1. Drive from Wien Hbf to Colognecar 876 km
8h 1m
€143–206

Wien Hbf to Cologne by train

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Distance: 779.7 km
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Wien Hbf, Austria and Cologne, Germany?

Austrian Airlines, Ryanair, and two other airlines fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wien Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via St.Poelten Hbf, Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, and München Hbf in around 9h 8m.

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