Cologne to Vienna: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cologne from Vienna?

The distance from Cologne to Vienna is 461.6 miles (742.8 km) as the crow flies. Vienna is located ESE of Cologne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 557.6 miles, taking about 8h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Cologne is in Germany, while Vienna is in Austria.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cologne and Vienna. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.