How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Vienna?

The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Vienna start from R 865. The average price for this train route is around R 1 807. 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 16m, 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 16 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 06:00. And the latest train departs at 23:11.

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 ICE , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Vienna?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn 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 3.9 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.

Train Cologne to Vienna from R 822 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 12 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
ÖBB + ÖBB	15:55	Hbf	10h 25m	02:20	Hauptbahnhof Süd	Cheapest
	12:44	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 3m	20:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	06:13	Hbf	17h 46m	23:59	Erdberg	No tags
	12:44	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 3m	20:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
S-Bahn + Deutsche Bahn ICE	13:41	Cologne Messe/Deutz	9h 24m	23:05	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 15 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	16h 56m	09:10	Erdberg	Cheapest
	08:58	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 49m	16:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
Flixtrain + Flixbus	16:14	Hbf	17h 21m	09:35	Flughafen / Airport (VIE)	No tags
	06:45	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 2m	14:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
	06:45	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 2m	14:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Next departures from Cologne to Vienna on 17 December
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	21:51	Hbf	12h 22m	10:13	Hauptbahnhof Süd	Cheapest
	08:58	Cologne Messe/Deutz	7h 49m	16:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	Fastest
	06:45	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 2m	14:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags
ÖBB + ÖBB	02:41	Hbf	12h 6m	14:47	Hauptbahnhof Süd	No tags
	06:45	Cologne Messe/Deutz	8h 2m	14:47	Wien Hauptbahnhof	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:02 AM 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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just R 642, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

9h 30mAverage duration

744 kmDistance

31kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 633 - R 3 170	Average duration17h 15m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 865 - R 5 394	Average duration8h 16m	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 642 - R 1 795	Average duration9h 30m	CO₂ emissions 31kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Vienna?

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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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

A
Westbahnhof
Felberstraße 4, 1150 Wien, Austria
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B
Vienna Airport
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C
Erdberg
U-Bahn Station Erdberg 2391/1, 1030 Wien, Austria
D
Hbf
Wiedner Gürtel 46, 1040 Wien, Austria
E
Mitte
Landstraßer Hauptstraße 2A, 1030 Wien, Austria
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F
Belvedere
Am Belvedere 1, 1100 Wien, Austria

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4/510 reviews

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Deutsche Bahn

4/56 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi3.4

FlixTrain

3/517 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.1

FlixBus

3.5/511 577 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

AT train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Renfe, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet

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 865. The average price for this train route is around R 1 807. 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 16m, 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 16 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 06:00. And the latest train departs at 23:11.
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 ICE, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 10 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Vienna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn 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 3.9 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.

Best price found

10/12

R 2 890

11/12

R 2 473

Today

R 2 695

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R 1 651

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17/12

R 1 244

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Vienna was searched and found on 17 Dec 2025 with a price of R 1 244

To 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 1 244 to R 5 430 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 1 244, which is on 2025-12-17.