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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£154
Fastest journey
8 h 11 m
Average duration
8 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
741 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof will cost around £154 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cologne Hbf for Vienna Westbahnhof every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 741 km distance in an average of 8 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 11 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 39 m 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £41. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, and a train costs an average of £62.
Distance: 741 km
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach |
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£135 Average Price | £80 Average Price | £69 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 50m Average total duration 9h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 32m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 28m Average total duration 14h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:54 Cologne Hbf | 8h39 | 16:33 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
| 08:22 Cologne Hbf | 8h11 | 16:33 Vienna Westbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof
Germany
Austria
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £62 but you can travel from only £41 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:29, the last at 08:31. The fastest train covers the 741 km distance in 8h 11m.
Distance 741 km |
Average train duration 9h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £62 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 11m |
First train 07:29 |
Last train 08:31 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH from Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof trainsDeutsche Bahn, Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Vienna Westbahnhof from £41. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Trans Regio Deutsche Regionalbahn GmbH
FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Vienna Westbahnhof by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vienna Westbahnhof, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Vienna Westbahnhof
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Felberstraße 1.
- Restaurant Westpol
- Vapiano Wien Westbahnhof
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Mercure Wien Westbahnhof
- Fleming's Hotel Wien-Stadthalle
- Motel One Wien-Westbahnhof
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platform 5-10 for regional and suburban trains
- Hall 3: access to metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line U3, Line U6
- Tram: Line 5, Line 6, Line 9, Line 18, Line 52, Line 60
- Bus: Several lines available
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