Linz to Köln Hbf trains

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The average train between Linz and Köln Hbf takes 8h 38m and the fastest train takes 7h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Linz to Köln Hbf. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 38m
Duration: 853 km
Distance: €189
Average price: Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train via Munich

Take the train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10train Rjx
Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...

Linz to Köln Hbf train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Linz and Köln Hbf. The earliest departure is at 7:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Linz is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Köln Hbf at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10 and take an average of 8h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, August 12, 2026

7:45 PM → 8:29 AM
Arrives next day
12h 44m • 1 change

Departing Thursday, August 13, 2026

7:26 AM → 3:14 PM
7h 48m • 1 change
7:45 AM → 4:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
8:34 AM → 4:29 PM
7h 55m • 1 change
9:45 AM → 6:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, August 14, 2026

7:26 AM → 3:14 PM
7h 48m • 1 change
7:45 AM → 4:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
8:34 AM → 4:29 PM
7h 55m • 1 change
9:45 AM → 6:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, August 15, 2026

7:26 AM → 3:14 PM
7h 48m • 1 change
7:45 AM → 4:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
8:34 AM → 4:29 PM
7h 55m • 1 change
9:45 AM → 6:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, August 16, 2026

7:26 AM → 3:14 PM
7h 48m • 1 change
7:45 AM → 4:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
8:34 AM → 4:29 PM
7h 55m • 1 change
9:45 AM → 6:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Monday, August 17, 2026

7:26 AM → 3:14 PM
7h 48m • 1 change
7:45 AM → 4:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
8:34 AM → 4:29 PM
7h 55m • 1 change
9:45 AM → 6:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
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Departing Tuesday, August 18, 2026

7:26 AM → 3:14 PM
7h 48m • 1 change
7:45 AM → 4:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
8:34 AM → 4:29 PM
7h 55m • 1 change
9:45 AM → 6:14 PM
8h 29m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Linz to Köln Hbf? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.

Map of how to get from Linz to Köln Hbf.

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Distance: 853 km
Duration: 8h 38m

What companies run services between Linz, Austria and Köln Hbf, Germany?

You can take a train from Linz/Donau Hbf to Köln Hbf via Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, München Hbf, and Köln Messe/Deutz Bf in around 7h 51m.

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