Cologne to Vienna by bus
Travelling from Cologne to Vienna by bus takes about 12h 20m, run by FlixBus. A quicker option we found is train + flight, at 4h. The bus is still the cheapest.
A closer look at the Bus journey
What follows describes one observed route. It does not mean this is the fastest option on the line.
- Ticket price
- €35
- Total journey
- 12h 20m
- Change
- direct
- Operator
- FlixBus
Omio catalogue, Oct 10 · For the route, not a chosen day
The journey, step by step
- 1Cologne to Vienna
FlixBus12h 20mThe exact stop, platform and times are not in this record; confirm them with the provider.
Departures from Cologne to Vienna
FlixBus runs 30 scheduled departures a day, the first at 00:20 and the last at 23:35.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 30 | 00:20 | 23:35 |
All departures
- 00:20
- 01:20
- 02:20
- 09:05
- 10:05
- 11:50
- 12:50
- 13:50
- 14:50
- 15:50
- 17:35
- 18:35
- 19:35
- 20:55
- 21:35
- 22:35
- 23:35
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Bus facts for this route
These come from the timetables and station records we hold for the bus only. A line we cannot back with data is left out.
- Bus operators
- FlixBus
- Timetable
- First bus at 00:20, last at 23:35, 30 a day with FlixBus.
- Good to know
- Direct bus, no change on the way.
Before you travel
Where does the bus leave from?
This record does not name the departure and arrival stops. Confirm them with the ticket provider for your service.
Seats and the service
Seat selection, breaks and the exact timetable vary by operator. Traffic and road conditions can change the journey time.
Baggage and ticket conditions
Baggage allowance and ticket conditions depend on the provider you choose and the fare type. This record holds neither, so check the change and cancellation terms before you buy.
Accessibility
Accessibility services and facilities are not in this record. Contact the operator before travelling for current information.
Other ways to travel
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €95Checked Oct 10 | 4h1 transfer | See Flight details |
- Flight€95Checked Oct 104h · 1 transferSee Flight details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Oct 10
Cologne to Vienna by bus: common questions
How long does Cologne to Vienna take by bus?
About 12h 20m, with no transfer.
How much is a bus ticket from Cologne to Vienna?
Omio publishes €35 for this route. It describes the route rather than a particular day, and it can change.
Who runs the bus from Cologne to Vienna?
FlixBus. You buy the ticket directly from them.
Is the bus or the train + flight better?
The train + flight is faster at 4h. The bus wins on price.
Where else this route goes
Route guides
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