How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Vienna?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Vienna start at R 625. The average price for this route is around R 1 321. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Vienna?

The average bus journey time from Cologne to Vienna is 17h 15m, covering a distance of 734 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 20m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Cologne to Vienna route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , RegioJet , Union Ivkoni , BlaBlaCar Bus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Vienna?

The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Vienna at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Vienna?

A bus trip from Cologne to Vienna produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Cologne to Vienna?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet , with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1062 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Vienna?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Vienna?

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 Cologne to Vienna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet , with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bus Cologne to Vienna from R 568 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 26 December
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 20m	11:55	Erdberg	CheapestFastest
19:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 50m	08:25	Erdberg	No tags
18:25	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	17h 30m	11:55	Erdberg	No tags
21:15	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	17h 15m	14:30	Erdberg	No tags
20:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	23h 45m	20:25	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 27 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	14h	05:50	Erdberg	Cheapest
	13:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 20m	02:10	Erdberg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	16h 56m	09:10	Erdberg	No tags
	02:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 30m	15:45	Erdberg	No tags
	08:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h 55m	01:30	Erdberg	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 28 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 30m	15:45	Erdberg	Cheapest
	23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 20m	11:55	Erdberg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	14h 6m	06:20	Erdberg	No tags
	11:05	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	15h	02:05	Erdberg	No tags
	15:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	14h	05:50	Erdberg	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 29 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	15h 55m	18:45	Hbf	Cheapest
	13:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 20m	02:10	Erdberg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	14h 6m	06:20	Erdberg	No tags
	02:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 30m	15:45	Erdberg	No tags
	08:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h 55m	01:30	Erdberg	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 30 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 20m	11:55	Erdberg	CheapestFastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	14h 6m	06:20	Erdberg	No tags
	02:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 30m	15:45	Erdberg	No tags
	08:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h 55m	01:30	Erdberg	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	19h 31m	07:45	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 31 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	15:50	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	14h	05:50	Erdberg	Cheapest
	23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 20m	11:55	Erdberg	Fastest
	02:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 30m	15:45	Erdberg	No tags
Flixtrain + Flixbus	12:14	Hbf	20h 21m	08:35	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	No tags
	08:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h 55m	01:30	Erdberg	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 1 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 30m	15:45	Erdberg	Cheapest
	23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 20m	11:55	Erdberg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	14h 6m	06:20	Erdberg	No tags
	08:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h 55m	01:30	Erdberg	No tags
	10:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	17h 15m	03:50	Erdberg	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 2 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	02:15	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	13h 30m	15:45	Erdberg	Cheapest
	23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	12h 20m	11:55	Erdberg	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	14h 6m	06:20	Erdberg	No tags
	08:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h 55m	01:30	Erdberg	No tags
	10:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	17h 15m	03:50	Erdberg	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 5:32 PM CET.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Vienna

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 635, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day

9h 40mAverage duration

744 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 625 - R 3 133	Average duration17h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 820 - R 5 460	Average duration8h 16m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 635 - R 1 779	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Vienna?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Stops in Vienna

A
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
B
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
C
Vienna Airport
Visit page
D
Stadion Center
Engerthstr. 244, 1020 Wien, Austria
Visit page
E
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
Visit page
F
Matzleinsdorferplatz
Triester Str. 2, 1100 Wien, Austria
Visit page

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 746 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

RegioJet

4/51 062 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi3.8

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 959 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511 292 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi2.6

AT Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Vienna by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Vienna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Vienna start at R 625. The average price for this route is around R 1 321. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Vienna?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Vienna is 17h 15m, covering a distance of 734 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 20m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Vienna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 22 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, RegioJet, Union Ivkoni, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Vienna?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Vienna at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Vienna?
A bus trip from Cologne to Vienna produces an estimated 18 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is RegioJet, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 1062 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Vienna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company RegioJet has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Vienna?
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 Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is RegioJet, with a cleanliness rating of 4.4 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

24/12

R 1 837

25/12

R 1 527

Today

R 1 733

27/12

R 1 527

28/12

R 1 526

29/12

R 1 465

30/12

R 1 362

31/12

R 1 280

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Vienna was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 280

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Vienna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 1 280 to R 2 765 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 1 280, which is on 2025-12-31.