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Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum with Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and decorative arts.
Cheapest price
$94
Average price
$105
Fastest journey
16 h 5 m
Average duration
17 h 52 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
747 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport will cost around $105 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $94.
It's difficult to get from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $63. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $63, and a flight costs an average of $34.
Distance: 464 miles (747 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$87 Average price Cheapest | $181 Average price | $148 Average price | $200 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
19h 25m Average total duration 18h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 8m Average total duration 8h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport:
A bus is $61 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport costing on average $148 (€119).
A bus is $95 (€76) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport costing on average $181 (€146).
Other travel options to Vienna International Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 38m.
Bus takes on average 18h 55m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $83 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 16h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 15h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $74 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:35PM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 16h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 21h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $76 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 9h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $105 |
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport buses for today, Saturday, May 30. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 15h25 | 2:45 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 18h35 | 10:25 AM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:35 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 16h30 | 12:05 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:10 PM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 21h35 | 7:45 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, May 31 | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:10 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 16h35 | 7:45 PM Schwechat, Flughafen Wien Busterminal | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Cologne Bonn Airport to Vienna International Airport run on average 5 times per day, taking around 18h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $63 (€51) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 21:10. The fastest bus covers the 464 miles (747 km) distance in 15h 20m.
Distance 464 miles (747 km) |
Average bus duration 18h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price $63 (€51) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 15h 20m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 9:10 PM |
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Discover the best of Vienna International Airport — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vienna International Airport trip today.
Vienna’s premier fine arts museum with Habsburg collections, Old Masters, Egyptian antiquities, and decorative arts.
Major art museum known for graphic arts, Impressionist and modern works, and blockbuster exhibitions in a central palace setting.
Palace museum complex famed for Austrian art, especially Klimt’s The Kiss, set within baroque buildings and gardens.
UNESCO-listed core of the city with imperial streets, churches, elegant facades, and many of Vienna’s essential sights.
Grand boulevard circling the center, lined with monumental architecture, parks, museums, and ideal walking routes.
Vienna’s central square, busy and iconic, with immediate access to major shopping streets and the cathedral.
Vienna’s signature dish: a thin veal cutlet, breaded and fried until crisp, traditionally served with lemon and potato salad.
A classic Viennese boiled beef dish served in broth, often with apple-horseradish, chive sauce, and potatoes.
Austrian-style fried chicken with a crisp coating, long associated with traditional Viennese and regional cooking.
Airport branch of the famous Viennese institution, best known for oversized schnitzel in a polished casual setting.
A modern airport restaurant and bar offering approachable international dishes in a stylish, relaxed atmosphere.
A reliable airport café and casual dining spot for coffee, breakfast, pastries, and light Austrian-friendly meals.
Airport prices are higher than in central Vienna. Coffee and snacks are costly, while sit-down meals are noticeably above city averages.
Service is often included, but rounding up or adding 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants and cafes. Round up taxi fares. No tip needed for quick takeaway orders.
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Vienna International Airport -> Wien Mitte, Vienna
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