4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Linz
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£39
Fastest journey
10 h 15 m
Average duration
13 h 14 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
603 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cologne to Linz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Linz will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 5 buses that leave Cologne for Linz every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 603 km distance in an average of 13 h 14 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 39 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Cologne to Linz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Linz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £274.
Distance: 603 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£49 Average Price Cheapest | £100 Average Price | £701 Average Price |
10h 39m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 55m Average total duration 9h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Linz bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Linz coaches for today, Sunday 30 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:10 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 15h39 | 22:49 Linz, Industriezeile | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 17h10 | 00:45 Linz, Industriezeile | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:40 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 12h50 | 01:30 Linz, Industriezeile | 1 change | |
 FlixTrain+FlixBus | 15:14 Cologne Hbf | 18h26 | 09:40 Linz, Industriezeile | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 15h00 | 07:00 Linz, Industriezeile | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 16h00 | 12:00 Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:25 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 16h50 | 15:15 Linz, Industriezeile | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cologne to Linz
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Buses from Cologne to Linz run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:28, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 603 km distance in 12h 0m.
Distance 603 km |
Average bus duration 10h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £28 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 0m |
First bus 00:28 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: Ourbus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Cologne to LinzYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Linz with Ourbus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Cologne to Linz coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Linz 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 Linz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne and Linz
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria im ZOB (in the station)
- McDonald's (0.2 km)
- Vapiano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250 Metro: U5, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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