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Museum Goldenes Dachl
Museum inside the Golden Roof building covering Emperor Maximilian I and Innsbruck’s history. Compact, central, and easy to combine with Old Town sights.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Innsbruck
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£37
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
11 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
11 h 56 m
Buses on 05 Sept
7
Distance
520 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Innsbruck is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Innsbruck will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Fast coaches
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 7 buses from Cologne to Innsbruck, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 520 km distance in an average of 11 h 56 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
FlixBus · FlixBus13:3511h35Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)1:10Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße£341One-way1 change- FlixBus · FlixBus19:3513h15Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)8:50Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße£341One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:2012h50Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)11:10Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße£351One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:2011h25Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)22:45Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße£351One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus23:3512h45Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)12:20Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße£361One-way1 change
- FlixBus2:0011h05Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)13:05Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße£461One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus11:2011h25Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)22:45Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße£351One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus13:3511h35Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)1:10Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße£341One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus23:3512h45Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)12:20Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße£361One-way1 change
- FlixBus · FlixBus22:2012h50Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)11:10Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße£351One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Cologne to Innsbruck
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Innsbruck among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £41 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £41, while a flight costs an average of £332.
Distance: 520 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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£41 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £332 Average Price | £112 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 19m Average total duration Fastest 7h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 12m Average total duration 11h 12m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.5 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Innsbruck is a coach with an average price of £41.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Innsbruck:
A coach is £23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Innsbruck costing on average £64.
A coach is £291 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Innsbruck costing on average £332.
The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Innsbruck is by train with an average journey time of 7h 49m.
Other travel options to Innsbruck take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 8m.
Flight takes on average 11h 12m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Innsbruck including taking a coach, train and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £41 compared to roughly £112 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £71. The journey takes 9h 8m versus 7h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Cologne to Innsbruck bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Innsbruck coaches for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 12h45 | 12:20 Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 1 change | |
| Saturday 5 September | |||||
| FlixBus | 2:00 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 11h05 | 13:05 Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:20 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 11h25 | 22:45 Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 13:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 11h35 | 1:10 Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:00 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 14h20 | 7:20 Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 19:35 Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) | 13h15 | 8:50 Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Innsbruck
Germany
Austria
Buses from Cologne to Innsbruck run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 520 km distance in 9h 25m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 520 km |
Average bus duration 9h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 25m |
First bus 0:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to InnsbruckYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Innsbruck with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £27. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
9h 25m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£27
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Innsbruck
Things to do in Innsbruck
Discover the best of Innsbruck — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Innsbruck trip today.
- Recommended
Tiroler Landesmuseum Ferdinandeum
Major Tyrolean museum with art, history, and cultural collections from prehistory to modern times. A strong choice for understanding the region.
- Recommended
Tiroler Volkskunstmuseum
Specialist museum on Tyrolean folk culture with traditional interiors, crafts, and clothing. It gives a vivid sense of everyday Alpine life.
- Must visit
Altstadt
Medieval centre of colourful facades, arcades, and narrow lanes. It is the city’s most atmospheric area for architecture, strolling, and classic views.
- Must visit
Hungerburg
Viewpoint above the city reached by funicular and cable car. Even without hiking, it offers memorable alpine panoramas and a dramatic setting.
- Recommended
Maria-Theresien-Straße
Elegant historic street lined with palaces, shops, and cafés, framed by mountain views. It is ideal for a central walk between major sights.
- Vegetarian
Kaspressknödel
Tyrolean pressed cheese dumplings, usually served in broth or with salad. A classic mountain dish prized for hearty alpine flavours.
- Gluten-free
Tiroler Gröstl
A rich potato, onion and bacon fry-up with marjoram, often topped with a fried egg. It is a staple in Tyrolean inns and mountain huts.
- Vegetarian
Tiroler Erdäpfelblattln
A dense potato and flour pancake traditionally pan-fried and served with sauerkraut or soup. It is a rustic Tyrolean comfort food.
Die Wilderin
Refined restaurant with modern Austrian cooking and a polished atmosphere, suitable for a more special dinner in Innsbruck.
Ludwig - Das Burger Restaurant
Casual alpine-style venue popular for dumplings, schnitzel and local beer, with a lively and accessible city-centre atmosphere.
Gasthof Weisses Rössl
Traditional Tyrolean inn in the Old Town serving classics such as Gröstl, dumplings and schnitzel in a historic, cosy setting.
Euro (€)
Innsbruck is pricier than many Austrian cities. Hotels, mountain access and dining raise costs, though public transport and casual meals remain manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-5 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included, but rounding up is standard. In restaurants, add about 5-10% for good service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés.
IVB Tickets
Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- €3.30
- Day pass
- €7.30
To the city centre
Innsbruck Südbahnstraße -> Innsbruck Hauptbahnhof
- Distance
- 1 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy before boarding. IVB states there are no ticket sales on IVB lines; ticket machines accept debit card, credit card and coins.
- A 24h-Ticket Innsbruck costs €7.30 and is usually best value after three single journeys.
FAQs: Cologne to Innsbruck coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Innsbruck by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Innsbruck, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Cologne to Innsbruck can start from as little as £27 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cologne to Innsbruck is £41; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Cologne to Innsbruck is 9h 25m to travel the 520 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Cologne to Innsbruck leaves at 0:05. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cologne to Innsbruck leaves at 23:55.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Cologne to Innsbruck with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Cologne to Innsbruck, you can count on FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for the best way to get you to Innsbruck. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cologne and Innsbruck and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Cologne , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen), Leverkusen, Bf Mitte . When arriving in Innsbruck , you can end your route in coach stations like Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße, Seefeld in Tirol, Rosshütte, Innsbruck, Mitterweg Unterführung.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen), which is located around 13 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Innsbruck from Cologne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 9h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Cologne to Innsbruck is April.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Cologne and Innsbruck including taking a coach, train and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cologne to Innsbruck:
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cologne to Innsbruck for coach company FlixBus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cologne to Innsbruck depends on the coach companies:
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cologne to Innsbruck.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Innsbruck:
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cologne to Innsbruck:
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Cologne to Innsbruck. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cologne to Innsbruck with the following coach company: FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cologne to Innsbruck with the following coach company: FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cologne to Innsbruck with the following coach company: FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Innsbruck
Most Cologne to Innsbruck buses use the Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) to Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße station pair. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Innsbruck bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Cologne
Arrival bus stations in Innsbruck
Which Cologne station do buses to Innsbruck leave from?
Buses from Cologne to Innsbruck leave from Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen). The station is 13 km from Cologne city centre at Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany.
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen)Kennedystrasse, Koln, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 8m · £4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 12m · £4
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Accessibility and WC.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Parking, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen): Elevators, ramps.
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2)Kennedystrasse, 51147 Koln, Germany
City-centre transport
Getting to Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) from Cologne city centre
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainRe · 16m · £4 · every ~2 min
Rb26 · 20m · £4
Re · 21m · every ~2 min
BusS19, S12 · 27m · £5
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) bus station facilities and services
Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance and baggage claim area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln, Köln Bonn Flughafen (Terminal 2): Elevators, ramps.
Innsbruck, SüdbahnstraßeInnsbruck Südbahnstraße, Südbahnstraße, 6020
City-centre transport
Getting to Innsbruck, Südbahnstraße from Innsbruck city centre
Bus350, 355, 408, 461, 462, 463, 464, 464N, 469, 650, 655 · 2m · £2 · every ~10 min
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