Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 28 December
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Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Cheapest
Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet
Wien Hauptbahnhof
Terminál 2
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Hbf
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Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 29 December
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Erdberg
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
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Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Hbf
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Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Hbf
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Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 30 December
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Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Cheapest
Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Hbf
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Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
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Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 31 December
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Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Cheapest
Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Hbf
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Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Hbf
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Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 1 January
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Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Cheapest
Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Fastest
RegioJet + RegioJet
Wien Hauptbahnhof
Terminál 2
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Hbf
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Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 2 January
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
Erdberg
Hbf
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Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Hbf
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Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Hbf
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Next departures from Vienna to Cologne on 3 January
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
Hbf
Hbf
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Erdberg
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain
Flughafen / Airport (VIE)
Hbf
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Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
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Flixbus + Flixtrain
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Hbf
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Vienna to Cologne
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just £40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 11772 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £36
Based on 1062 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the value for money and the ticket access but often complained with the Wi-Fi. RegioJet ticket prices on this trip start at £79
Based on 1961 reviews, the company was rated 2.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Union Ivkoni ticket prices on this trip start at £29
Based on 11300 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. BlaBlaCar Bus ticket prices on this trip start at £160
Based on 10 reviews, the company was rated 4.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the ticket access. Deutsche Bahn Regio ticket prices on this trip start at £53
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Vienna to Cologne
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Vienna to Cologne?
The cheapest coach tickets from Vienna to Cologne start from £29. The average price for this route is around £61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Vienna to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Vienna to Cologne is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 463 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 12h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Vienna to Cologne route?
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vienna to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Vienna to Cologne at 00:01. And the latest bus departs at 23:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vienna to Cologne?
A bus journey from Vienna to Cologne produces an estimated 19 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Vienna to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Vienna to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Deutsche Bahn Regio has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Vienna to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is RegioJet, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vienna to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Deutsche Bahn Regio, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
26/12
£58
27/12
£73
Today
£75
29/12
£71
30/12
£66
31/12
£61
The cheapest trip from Vienna to Cologne was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of £58
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vienna to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £58 to £159 for a bus ticket from Vienna to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £61, which is on 2025-12-31.
The cheapest trip from Vienna to Cologne was searched and found on 26 Dec 2025 with a price of £58
