Bus from Cologne to Innsbruck: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Cologne to Innsbruck on December 15
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
SüdbahnstrasseNo tags
FlixBusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
SüdbahnstrasseNo tags
FlixBusBus
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
SüdbahnstrasseNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
SüdbahnstrasseNo tags
FlixBusBus
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
SüdbahnstrasseNo tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Innsbruck

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Innsbruck. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 30mAverage Duration
323 milesDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$51 - $99Average Duration13h 10m
13kg CO₂e
Average Price$88 - $200Average Duration7h 34m
13kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$59 - $59Average Duration7h 30m
22kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Innsbruck by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Innsbruck?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Innsbruck start from $51. The average price for this route is around $57. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Innsbruck?

    The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Innsbruck is 13h 10m, covering a distance of 316 miles (510 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 9h 25m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Cologne to Innsbruck route?

    Several major train operators operate on this route with 8 trains available per day.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Innsbruck?

    The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Innsbruck at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Innsbruck?

    A bus trip from Cologne to Innsbruck generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Innsbruck was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $48

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

You can expect to pay from $48 to $129 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Innsbruck based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $48 which is on 2025-12-19.

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