Next available departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Linz Industriezeile | Hbf | Cheapest | |||||
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr | Hbf | Hbf | Fastest | |||||
Flixbus + Flixtrain | Linz Industriezeile | Hbf | No tags | |||||
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Fernverkehr | Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags | |||||
Österreichische Bundesbahnen + DB Regio NRW | Hbf | Cologne Messe/Deutz | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Linz to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 7 hours 59 minutes and with fares starting at just PLN 234, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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
- ABahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- 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
Based on 17 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Deutsche Bahn ICE ticket prices on this trip start at PLN 234
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Linz to Cologne by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Linz to Cologne?
The cheapest train tickets from Linz to Cologne start from PLN 234. The average price for this train route is around PLN 374. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Linz to Cologne?
The average train ride duration from Linz to Cologne is 7h 59m, covering a distance of 375 miles (605 km). The quickest train can get you there in 7h 29m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.
Which train operators service the Linz to Cologne route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 2 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Linz to Cologne?
The earliest train departs from Linz to Cologne at 7:34am. And the latest train departs at 3:34pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Linz to Cologne was searched and found on May 12, 2026 with a price of PLN 266To 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 PLN 266 to PLN 1,138 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 PLN 266 which is on 2026-05-12.
