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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£49
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£154
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
6 h 32 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
7 h
Trains on 20 Sept
20
Distance
520 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz will cost around £154 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.
To travel from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz you need to make at least one change.
RJX19981 · RB54+
ICE 722+
REX 26:567h18Innsbruck Hbf14:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£491One-way3 changes
RJX 19957 · ICE 590 · ICE 2510 · 1093715:587h24Innsbruck Hbf23:22Cologne Messe/Deutz£1211One-way5 changes- REX 5359 · ICE 526+
7908214:507h24Innsbruck Hbf22:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£1361One-way2 changes - RJX 13479 · REX 5359 · ICE 526+7908214:567h18Innsbruck Hbf22:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£1361One-way3 changes
- RJX 19981 · REX 5351 · ICE 722+790666:567h18Innsbruck Hbf14:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£1361One-way3 changes
- RJ 88 · ICE 62212:426h32Innsbruck Hbf19:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£2091One-way1 change
- RJ 86 · ICE 52814:426h32Innsbruck Hbf21:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£2091One-way1 change
- RJX 13477 · REX 5357 · ICE 620+7907812:567h18Innsbruck Hbf20:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£1541One-way3 changes
- RJX 13479 · REX 5359 · ICE 526+7908214:567h18Innsbruck Hbf22:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£1361One-way3 changes
- RJX19981 · RB54+ICE 722+REX 26:567h18Innsbruck Hbf14:14Cologne Messe/Deutz£491One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £42 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £42, while a flight costs an average of £368.
Distance: 520 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£105 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest | £368 Average Price | £120 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 17m Average total duration 10h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz:
A coach is £63 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz costing on average £105.
A coach is £326 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz costing on average £368.
Other travel options to Cologne Messe/Deutz take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 49m.
Coach takes on average 10h 47m.
The journey is about 18m faster (6h 49m by train vs 7h 7m by car) and roughly £15 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£105 vs £120). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train times
The table below shows live departures for Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 628+RB54+REX 2 | Delayed 9:45 8:50Innsbruck Hbf | 7h24 | 16:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| ICE 628+REX 2+RJX19983 · RB54 | Delayed 9:45 8:56Innsbruck Hbf | 7h18 | 16:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 changes | |
ICE 624+ RJ 1288 | 11:46 Innsbruck Hbf | 6h28 | 18:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 1 change | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
| REX 2+RB54+ICE 722 | On time 6:50 Innsbruck Hbf | 7h24 | 14:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| REX 5351+79066+ICE 722 | On time 6:50 Innsbruck Hbf | 7h24 | 14:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 changes | |
| RJX 19981 · REX 5351+79066+ICE 722 | On time 6:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 7h18 | 14:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 changes | |
| RJX19981+REX 2+RB54+ICE 722 | On time 6:56 Innsbruck Hbf | 7h18 | 14:14 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 3 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz
Austria
Germany
Trains from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £29 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:42, the last at 19:58. The fastest train covers the 520 km distance in 5h 51m.
Distance 520 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 5h 51m |
First train 4:42 |
Last train 19:58 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Innsbruck Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz from £29. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
FAQs: Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz 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 Cologne Messe/Deutz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Innsbruck Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz
Most Innsbruck Hbf to Cologne Messe/Deutz trains use the Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Innsbruck Hbf and Cologne Messe/Deutz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Innsbruck Hbf from Innsbruck city centre
Innsbruck Hbf train station facilities and services
Innsbruck Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Europa Stüberl, Die Pizzerei
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Innsbruck Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Innsbruck Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Innsbruck Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Sailer, Grand Hotel Europa, ibis Innsbruck.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Most popular trains to and from Cologne Messe/Deutz and Innsbruck Hbf
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