4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cologne to Linz
Cheapest price
£42
Average price
£48
Fastest journey
12 h 55 m
Average duration
15 h 29 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 £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £42.
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 15 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 16 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach 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 £31. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 9h 31m. 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 £31, and a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 603 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£53 Average Price Cheapest | £103 Average Price |
10h 48m Average total duration 10h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 1m Average total duration Fastest 9h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
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, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 16h00 | 12:00 Linz, Kärntnerstraße (Wissensturm) | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:00 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 14h05 | 10:05 Linz, Industriezeile | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) | 16h40 | 15:15 Linz, Industriezeile | 2 changes | |
| Sunday 1 March | |||||
| 15:14 Cologne | 18h26 | 09:40 Linz | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:00 Cologne | 15h00 | 07:00 Linz | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Ourbus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Ourbus, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Linz.
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Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Wanderu or Trainline?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Cologne to Linz.
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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 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £31 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 603 km distance in 12h 29m.
Distance 603 km |
Average bus duration 10h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £31 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 12h 29m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:35 |
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 £31. 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ourbus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Service animals allowed.
- 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.
- Ourbus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 30 minutes before departure for a full refund in the form of a travel credit.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ourbus
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs and one checked bag up to 50 lbs.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ourbus
- 10 USD per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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.
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
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
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