What is the cheapest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne is to drive which costs €8 - €12 and takes 46 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne is to drive which takes 46 min and costs €8 - €12.

Is there a direct ferry between Linz am Rhein and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Linz(Rhein) Kd and arriving at Koeln Kd. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Linz am Rhein and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Linz and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

How far is it from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

The distance between Linz am Rhein and Cologne is 53 km. The road distance is 55.4 km.

How do I travel from Linz am Rhein to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 1h and costs €9 - €25.

How long does it take to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

The train from Linz to Cologne Hbf takes 1h including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Linz am Rhein to Cologne train from?

Linz am Rhein to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Linz station.

Where does the Linz am Rhein to Cologne train arrive?

Linz am Rhein to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Can I drive from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Linz am Rhein to Cologne is 55 km. It takes approximately 46 min to drive from Linz am Rhein to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Linz am Rhein to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Linz am Rhein to Cologne - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, ferry, car

There are 5 ways to get from Linz am Rhein to Cologne by train, bus, ferry, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Linz to Köln Hbftrain Rb27 / ...
1h
€9–25
Drive 55.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Linz am Rhein to Colognecar 55.4 km
46 min
€8–12
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Linz to Troisdorf Bfbus Re8x / ...
2. Take the train from Troisdorf Bf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain S19 / ...
1h 23m
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Linz(Rhein) Kd to Koeln Kdferry 202 / ...
3h 10m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Linz am Rhein to Colognetaxi 55.4 km
46 min
€130–160

Linz am Rhein to Cologne by train

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Distance: 52.8 km
Duration: 1h

What companies run services between Linz am Rhein, Germany and Cologne, Germany?

Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) operates a train from Linz to Köln Hbf hourly. Tickets cost €11–17 and the journey takes 1h. Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) also services this route once a week. Alternatively, Köln-Düsseldorfer Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt GmbH (KD) operates a ferry from Linz(Rhein) Kd to Koeln Kd twice daily, and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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