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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Leverkusen (Mitte Station) | Linz Industriezeile | Cheapest | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Linz Industriezeile | Fastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Linz Industriezeile | No tags | |||||
| Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Linz Wissensturm | No tags | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Linz Industriezeile | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Linz
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 7 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just R 1 276, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Linz?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Linz
- A
Hbf
Wissensturm, Kärntnerstraße, 4020 Linz-City, Austria - BIndustriezeile, 4020 Linz, Austria
- C
Linz
Hauptplatz 10, 4020 Linz-City, Austria - D
Linz Busbahnhof - Wien Erdberg
Anschlussstelle St. Marx, 1030 Wien, Austria - E
Prinz-Eugen-Straße
Prinz-Eugen-Straße 13, 4020 Linz, Austria
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Linz by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Linz?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Linz start at R 880. The average price for this route is around R 1 132. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Cologne to Linz?
The average bus journey time from Cologne to Linz is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 599 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 29m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Linz route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Linz?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Linz at 00:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Linz?
A bus trip from Cologne to Linz produces an estimated 14.968174999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Linz?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 12448 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Linz?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Cologne to Linz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Linz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Linz was searched and found on 18 Apr 2026 with a price of R 1 062To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Linz as early as possible.
What's the cheapest way to go from Cologne to Linz?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
