Next departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RegioJet + RegioJet | Terminál 2 | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Cheapest | |||||
 | Hbf | Wien Hauptbahnhof | Fastest | |||||
| Hbf | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity | Cologne Messe/Deutz | Wien Hauptbahnhof | No tags | |||||
ÖBB + ÖBB | Hbf | Hauptbahnhof Süd | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Vienna
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Vienna. The journey takes about 8 hours 18 minutes and with fares starting at just R 820, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Vienna?
Cologne
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany - D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany - E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany - F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany
Vienna
- AFelberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
- C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria - D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria - ELandstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
- F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria
Train Companies
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Vienna by train
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 train ticket from Cologne to Vienna?
The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Vienna start from R 820. The average price for this train route is around R 1 752. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Cologne to Vienna?
The average train journey time from Cologne to Vienna is 8h 18m, covering a distance of 744 km. The quickest train can get you there in 7h 49m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Cologne to Vienna route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 5 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, FlixBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Cologne to Vienna?
The earliest train from Cologne to Vienna departs at 06:27. And the latest train departs at 20:45.
Which is the best train operator from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 8 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Vienna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Vienna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Vienna was searched and found on 23 Mar 2026 with a price of R 776To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Cologne to Vienna as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 776 to R 7 163 for a train ticket from Cologne to Vienna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 776, which is on 2026-03-23.
