How much does a train ticket cost from Linz to Cologne?

The cheapest train tickets from Linz to Cologne start from €55. The average price for this train route is around €130. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Linz to Cologne?

The average train journey time from Linz to Cologne is 7h 32m, covering a distance of 605 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE .

Which train operators serve the Linz to Cologne route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Linz to Cologne?

The earliest train from Linz to Cologne departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 18:34.

Train Linz to Cologne from €43 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Linz to Cologne on 30 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:05	Linz Industriezeile	18h 44m	17:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	12:34	Hbf	6h 31m	19:05	Hbf	Fastest
Flixbus + Flixtrain	02:30	Linz Industriezeile	19h 20m	21:50	Hbf	No tags
	08:34	Hbf	8h 41m	17:15	Hbf	No tags
	08:34	Hbf	8h 41m	17:15	Hbf	No tags

Next departures from Linz to Cologne on 31 January
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:05	Linz Industriezeile	18h 44m	17:49	Hbf	Cheapest
	09:34	Hbf	6h 40m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	09:34	Hbf	6h 40m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	09:34	Hbf	6h 40m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	09:34	Hbf	6h 40m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Linz to Cologne on 2 February
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
20:34	Hbf	9h 30m	06:04	Hbf	Cheapest
13:34	Hbf	6h 40m	20:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
13:34	Hbf	6h 40m	20:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
13:34	Hbf	6h 40m	20:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
13:34	Hbf	6h 40m	20:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Next departures from Linz to Cologne on 4 February
Operated by	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Flixbus + Flixtrain	23:05	Linz Industriezeile	19h 52m	18:57	Hbf	Cheapest
	09:34	Hbf	6h 40m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	Fastest
	09:34	Hbf	6h 40m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	09:34	Hbf	6h 40m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags
	09:34	Hbf	6h 40m	16:14	Cologne Messe/Deutz	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 05:18 CET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Linz to Cologne

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 15 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just €35, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

15h 30mAverage duration

607 kmDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price€35 - €128	Average duration15h 30m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average price€55 - €275	Average duration7h 32m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Linz and Cologne?

Linz

A
Hbf
Wissensturm, Kärntnerstraße, 4020 Linz-City, Austria
B
Linz/Donau Franckstraße
Linz/Donau Franckstraße Bahnhof, 4020 Linz, Austria

Cologne

A
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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B
Cologne/Bonn Airport
C
Köln-Blumenberg
Köln-Blumenberg, 50765 Köln, Germany
D
Köln-Dellbrück
Dellbrück, Diepeschrather Str., 51069 Köln, Germany
E
Köln-Holweide
Köln-Holweide, 51067 Köln, Germany
F
Köln Volkhovener Weg
Volkhovener Weg, 50767 Köln, Germany

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

3.5/513 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness5

Wi‑Fi5

Based on 13 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the value for money. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at €55

DE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bahn ICE, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Linz to Cologne by train

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

How much does a train ticket cost from Linz to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Linz to Cologne start from €55. The average price for this train route is around €130. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Linz to Cologne?
The average train journey time from Linz to Cologne is 7h 32m, covering a distance of 605 km. The fastest train gets you there in 6h 40m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators serve the Linz to Cologne route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 4 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Linz to Cologne?
The earliest train from Linz to Cologne departs at 07:15. And the latest train departs at 18:34.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

28/01

€106

29/01

€96

Today

€85

31/01

€64

01/02

€82

02/02

€43

03/02

€63

04/02

€60

The cheapest trip from Linz to Cologne was searched and found on 2 Feb 2026 with a price of €43

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Linz to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from €43 to €277 for a train ticket from Linz to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at €43, which is on 2026-02-02.