How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Linz cost?

The bus ticket price from Cologne to Linz starts at R 631. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Linz is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Linz?

The average travel time between Cologne and Linz is around 16h, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 605 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Linz?

The number of buses from Cologne to Linz can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Linz by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Linz?

When taking the bus from Cologne to Linz, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Linz?

Buses travelling between Cologne and Linz leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Hbf, Industriezeile, Linz.

Bus Cologne to Linz from R 570 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Cologne to Linz on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	21:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h	13:00	Linz Wissensturm	No tags
Bus	23:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h 40m	16:05	Linz Industriezeile	No tags
Bus	21:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	16h	13:00	Linz Wissensturm	No tags
Bus	22:10	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	20h 15m	18:25	Linz Wissensturm	No tags
Bus	22:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	17h 45m	16:05	Linz Industriezeile	No tags

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 R 849, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

18train per day

6h 55mAverage duration

604 kmDistance

14kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 631 - R 2 782	Average duration16h	CO₂ emissions 15kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 849 - R 5 657	Average duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 360 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51 946 reviews

Staff2.8

Timeliness2.7

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.9

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Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Linz?

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Stops in Linz

A - Hbf

B - Industriezeile

C - Linz

D - Linz Busbahnhof - Wien Erdberg

E - Prinz-Eugen-Straße

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Cologne to Linz by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Cologne to Linz cost?
The bus ticket price from Cologne to Linz starts at R 631. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Cologne to Linz is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Linz?
The average travel time between Cologne and Linz is around 16h, although the fastest bus will take about 10h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 605 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Cologne and Linz?
The number of buses from Cologne to Linz can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Cologne to Linz by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Cologne to Linz?
When taking the bus from Cologne to Linz, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Cologne to Linz?
Buses travelling between Cologne and Linz leave from Cologne/Bonn Airport or Hbf and arrive at Hbf, Industriezeile, Linz.

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

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R 571

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R 890

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R 570

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The cheapest trip from Cologne to Linz was searched and found on 21 Nov 2025 with a price of R 570

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 R 570 to R 1 089 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 R 570, which is on 2025-11-21.