Train from Cologne to Linz: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Linz on January 29
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Compare 2 ways to go from Cologne to Linz

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $42, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day
16h 30mAverage Duration
377 milesDistance
15kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$42 - $122Average Duration16h 30m
15kg CO₂e
Average Price$63 - $223Average Duration6h 41m
15kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Linz by train

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

  1. How much is the train ticket from Cologne to Linz?

    The cheapest train tickets from Cologne to Linz start from $63. The average price for this train route is around $175. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the train journey from Cologne to Linz?

    The average train ride duration from Cologne to Linz is 6h 41m, covering a distance of 375 miles (605 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 55m and is operated by Deutsche Bahn ICE.

  3. Which train operators service the Cologne to Linz route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day, including services from Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Cologne to Linz?

    The earliest train departs from Cologne to Linz at 6:27am. And the latest train departs at 8:45pm.

  5. What is the best train operator from Cologne to Linz?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Deutsche Bahn, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 7 reviews.

  6. Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Linz?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Deutsche Bahn ICE has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  7. Which train operator has the most timely service from Cologne to Linz?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely train operator on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

  8. Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Cologne to Linz?

    According to Busbud traveler reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Deutsche Bahn ICE, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

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$66
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Linz was searched and found on Feb 3, 2026 with a price of $66

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

You can expect to pay from $66 to $321 for a train ticket from Cologne to Linz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $66 which is on 2026-02-03.

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