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Take the train from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Vienna in 9 hours 1 minute
If you want to travel from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Vienna by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Vienna by train to take around 10 hours 39 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 9 hours 1 minute on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 9 trains per day running on this route, which spans 464 miles (746 km). You’ll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Vienna. ÖBB trains are the main operator of services on this route, so you're likely to travel with them for all or at least part of your journey to Vienna.
You can save money on train tickets from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Vienna if you book in Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Vienna if you book in advance.. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!
Köln-Ehrenfeld to Vienna by train
| First train | 02:39 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:09 | |
| Departure station | Köln-Ehrenfeld | |
| Arrival station | Vienna | |
| Journey time | From 9h 1m | |
| Distance | 464 miles (746 km) | |
| Frequency | 9 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
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FAQs about the train journey from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Vienna
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ÖBB trains from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Vienna
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
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- Trains in Austria
Cheap train tickets from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Vienna
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Köln-Ehrenfeld to Vienna by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.