The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf
Cheapest price
£86
Average price
£171
Fastest journey
6 h 24 m
Average duration
6 h 57 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
521 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf will cost around £171 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £86.
To travel from Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf you need to make at least one change.
IC 1940+
ICE 595+
RJ 898:538h25Cologne Hbf17:18Innsbruck Hbf£861One-way2 changes
ICE 1225 · ICE 371 · ICE 517 · REX 53869:539h17Cologne Hbf19:10Innsbruck Hbf£921One-way4 changes
IC 1940 · ICE 595 · RJ 898:538h25Cologne Hbf17:18Innsbruck Hbf£1451One-way2 changes
ICE 515 · REX 5382+
790739:547h16Cologne Hbf17:10Innsbruck Hbf£1551One-way2 changes
ICE 1225 · ICE 371 · ICE 517 · REX 53869:539h17Cologne Hbf19:10Innsbruck Hbf£1551One-way4 changes
ICE 103 · ICE 593 · RJ 878:546h24Cologne Hbf15:18Innsbruck Hbf£1981One-way2 changes
ICE 103 · ICE 593+
RJ 878:546h24Cologne Hbf15:18Innsbruck Hbf£2091One-way2 changes
ICE 515+
RB54+
REX 29:547h16Cologne Hbf17:10Innsbruck Hbf£2091One-way2 changes
ICE 515 · REX 5382+
790739:547h16Cologne Hbf17:10Innsbruck Hbf£1551One-way2 changes
ICE 515+
RJ 899:547h24Cologne Hbf17:18Innsbruck Hbf£1571One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £29. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, and a flight costs an average of £144.
Distance: 521 km
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£69 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £422 Average Price |
9h 4m Average total duration Fastest 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 43m Average total duration 9h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 48m Average total duration 8h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf trains for today, Friday 22 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NJ 469+ RB54 · CJX 1 | 22:23 Cologne Hbf | 9h55 | 8:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
NJ 469 · NJ 40491 | 22:23 Cologne Hbf | 10h26 | 8:49 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
IC 60403+ ICE 699+ RB54 · RJX 368 | 23:53 Cologne Hbf | 9h51 | 9:44 Innsbruck Hbf | 3 changes | |
| Saturday 23 May | |||||
ICE 619+ EC 1281 | 0:06 Cologne Hbf | 9h12 | 9:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 827+ RB54+ REX 2 | 3:21 Cologne Hbf | 7h49 | 11:10 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 921+ RE2+ ICE 511+ RB54 | 3:29 Cologne Hbf | 9h41 | 13:10 Innsbruck Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 921 · ICE 525+ RJ 85 | 3:29 Cologne Hbf | 9h49 | 13:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1940 · ICE 595 · RJ 89 | On time 8:53 Cologne Hbf | 8h25 | 17:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1940 · ICE 595 · RJ 89 | On time 8:53 Cologne Hbf | 8h25 | 17:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1940+ ICE 595+ RJ 89 | On time 8:53 Cologne Hbf | 8h25 | 17:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
IC 1940+ ICE 595+ RJ 89 | On time 8:53 Cologne Hbf | 8h25 | 17:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593 · RJ 87 | On time 8:54 Cologne Hbf | 6h24 | 15:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 103 · ICE 593+ RJ 87 | On time 8:54 Cologne Hbf | 6h24 | 15:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 1225 · ICE 371 · ICE 517+ RB54 | On time 9:53 Cologne Hbf | 9h17 | 19:10 Innsbruck Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 1225 · ICE 371 · ICE 517+ RB54 | On time 9:53 Cologne Hbf | 9h17 | 19:10 Innsbruck Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 1225 · ICE 371 · ICE 517 · REX 5386 | On time 9:53 Cologne Hbf | 9h17 | 19:10 Innsbruck Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 1225 · ICE 371 · ICE 517 · REX 5386 | On time 9:53 Cologne Hbf | 9h17 | 19:10 Innsbruck Hbf | 4 changes | |
ICE 515+ RB54+ REX 2 | On time 9:54 Cologne Hbf | 7h16 | 17:10 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 515 · RJ 89 | On time 9:54 Cologne Hbf | 7h24 | 17:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 515+ RJ 89 | On time 9:54 Cologne Hbf | 7h24 | 17:18 Innsbruck Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 515 · REX 5382+ 79073 | On time 9:54 Cologne Hbf | 7h16 | 17:10 Innsbruck Hbf | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf
Trains from Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf run on average 12 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:21, the last at 15:54. The fastest train covers the 521 km distance in 6h 24m.
Distance 521 km |
Average train duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 24m |
First train 2:21 |
Last train 15:54 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Alibus from Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf trainsÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, ÖBB | Euro City (EC), Alibus trains will get you between Cologne Hbf and Innsbruck Hbf from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | ICE
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
ÖBB | Nightjet
ÖBB | Euro City (EC)
Alibus
FAQs: Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne Hbf to Innsbruck Hbf by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Innsbruck Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cologne Hbf and Innsbruck Hbf
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only.
- There are luggage lockers in the station.
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Südtiroler Platz.
- Restaurant Europa Stüberl
- Die Pizzerei
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Sailer
- Grand Hotel Europa
- ibis Innsbruck
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and regional destinations
- Hall 2: tram and bus connections
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
- Bus: Several lines available
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3
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