Vienna to Cologne by train + bus
This route from Vienna to Cologne is not by train the whole way: by train, bus it takes about 20h 22m in total, run by SNCB, FlixBus. A quicker option we found is bus, at 12h 20m.
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The journey, step by step
- 1trainVienna → Brussels
SNCB - 2busBrussels → Cologne
FlixBus
train or bus?
| Transport | Price | Duration | Transfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| train | €242 | 20h 22m | 1 transfer |
| bus | €60 | 12h 20m | direct |
All rows come from the same recent route search. Exact fares depend on your travel date.
Vienna to Cologne by train: common questions
How long does Vienna to Cologne take by train?
The train does not cover the whole route: train + bus together take about 20h 22m, 1 transfer.
How much is a train ticket from Vienna to Cologne?
The best price in our latest check was €242. The exact fare depends on the date and how full the service is.
Who runs the train from Vienna to Cologne?
SNCB, FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the train or the bus better?
The bus is faster at 12h 20m. It is cheaper too, at €60.
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