How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Linz?

The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Linz start from $36. The average price for this route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Linz?

The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Linz is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 368 miles (593 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Union Ivkoni .

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 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Linz?

A bus trip from Cologne to Linz generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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 11504 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 has the most timely service from Cologne to Linz?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 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.

Bus Cologne to Linz from $55 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Cologne to Linz on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:00pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h	1:00pm	Linz Wissensturm	No tags
Bus	11:25pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h 40m	4:05pm	Linz Industriezeile	No tags
Bus	2:45pm	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	10h 30m	1:15am	Linz Wissensturm	No tags
Bus	9:30am	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	11h	8:30pm	Linz Wissensturm	No tags
Bus	5:00pm	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	10h 45m	3:45am	Linz Wissensturm	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Linz

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just $71, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

13train per day

6h 55mAverage Duration

375 milesDistance

15kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$36 - $158	Average Duration16h 35m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$71 - $283	Average Duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Linz?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
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
Industriezeile
Industriezeile, 4020 Linz, Austria
Visit page
B
Hbf
Wissensturm, Kärntnerstraße, 4020 Linz-City, 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

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,551 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,952 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

AT bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Linz by bus

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 bus ticket from Cologne to Linz?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Linz start from $36. The average price for this route is around $68. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Linz?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Linz is 16h 35m, covering a distance of 368 miles (593 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 15m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
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 12:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Linz?
A bus trip from Cologne to Linz generates an estimated 15 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
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 11504 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 has the most timely service from Cologne to Linz?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 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.

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$55

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Linz was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $55

To 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.

You can expect to pay from $55 to $56 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Linz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $55 which is on 2025-12-13.