4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Vienna
Cheapest price
£58
Average price
£74
Fastest journey
12 h 20 m
Average duration
13 h 16 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
743 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Vienna is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Vienna will cost around £74 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £58.
Of the 11 buses that leave Cologne for Vienna every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 743 km distance in an average of 13 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Vienna
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Vienna among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 40m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £76.
Distance: 743 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£68 Average Price Cheapest | £139 Average Price | £169 Average Price |
13h 6m Average total duration 12h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration Fastest 1h 40m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.7 - 1.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Vienna bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Vienna coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 16h55 | 00:30 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 17h15 | 02:50 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 09:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 17h00 | 02:40 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 14:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 14h00 | 04:50 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 14:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 13h40 | 04:30 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 18:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 12h50 | 07:25 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
 (Amsterdam -> Prague) · (Prague -> Vienna) | 18:40 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 20h10 | 14:50 Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 22:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 12h20 | 10:55 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus | 01:15 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 13h30 | 14:45 Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Vienna
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Buses from Cologne to Vienna run on average 7 times per day, taking around 12h 36m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £38 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 743 km distance in 12h 20m.
Distance 743 km |
Average bus duration 12h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 12h 20m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to ViennaYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Vienna with FlixBus, Ourbus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £38. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Vienna coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Vienna by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Vienna
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Parking
ATM
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WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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DiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- McDonald's (0.2 km)
- Vapiano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250 Metro: U5, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Wien (in the station)
- Schnitzelhaus (0.2 km)
- Vienna Sausage Stand (0.3 km).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1187, 1185, 1183 Train: S7
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:30-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 77A, 80A Metro: U3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Restaurant 1 (in the station)
- Restaurant 2 (in the station)
- Restaurant 3 (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 13A, 69A Metro: U1 Train: S1, S2, S3
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