What's the distance between Cologne and Linz by coach?

The distance between Cologne and Linz by coach is approximately 375 miles (605 km).

What is the best way to go from Cologne to Linz without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Cologne to Linz from £26 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Cologne to Linz on 26 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	23:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	18h 50m	18:25	Linz Wissensturm	Cheapest
Bus	21:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	14h 55m	11:55	Linz Industriezeile	Fastest
Bus	21:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h	13:00	Linz Wissensturm	No tags
Bus	08:10	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	15h 39m	23:49	Linz Industriezeile	No tags
Bus	08:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	17h 10m	01:45	Linz Industriezeile	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Cologne to Linz

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Linz. The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just £55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day

6h 55mAverage duration

375 milesDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£28 - £123	Average duration16h 35m	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£55 - £249	Average duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Linz?

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
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B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
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C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Stops in Linz

A
Hbf
Wissensturm, Kärntnerstraße, 4020 Linz-City, Austria
B
Industriezeile
Industriezeile, 4020 Linz, Austria
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C
Linz
Hauptplatz 10, 4020 Linz-City, Austria
D
Linz Busbahnhof - Wien Erdberg
Anschlussstelle St. Marx, 1030 Wien, Austria
E
Prinz-Eugen-Straße
Prinz-Eugen-Straße 13, 4020 Linz, Austria

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Cologne to Linz

What's the distance between Cologne and Linz by coach?
The distance between Cologne and Linz by coach is approximately 375 miles (605 km).
What is the best way to go from Cologne to Linz without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. Choosing the coach guarantees a comfortable and sustainable travel experience, allowing you to admire the views on your way to your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

23/11

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24/11

£25

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26/11

£43

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28/11

£26

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Linz was searched and found on 24 Nov 2025 with a price of £25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Linz as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £25 to £63 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Linz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2025-11-28.