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How to travel from Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf by train
Want to find out more about taking the train from Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf? Look no further.
There are around 17 trains per day running between Innsbruck Hbf and Köln Hbf, which usually take 8 hours 14 minutes to complete the 324 miles (521 km) journey. It can take as little as 7 hours 11 minutes on the fastest services though, if you want to get there as quickly as possible. Although there aren't any direct services on this line, it's still easy to travel to Köln Hbf from Innsbruck Hbf, you'll just need to make 1 change along the way. All or part of your journey will be on board a ÖBB train, as they are the main operator of trains on this route.
You can save money on train tickets from Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf if you book in advance, as tickets usually start from £48.61. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.
Want to book your train tickets now? Just start a search with us today. If you want to find out more about the journey, read on for timetables (including first and last train times), FAQs and tips on how to book cheap train tickets.
Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf by train
It takes an average of 8h 14m to travel from Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf by train, over a distance of around 324 miles (521 km). There are normally 17 trains per day travelling from Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf and tickets for this journey start from £48.61 when you book in advance.
| First train | 01:28 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 22:16 | |
| Departure station | Innsbruck Hbf | |
| Arrival station | Köln Hbf | |
| Journey time | From 7h 11m | |
| Distance | 324 miles (521 km) | |
| Frequency | 17 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £48.61 | |
| Train and bus operators | ÖBB, European_Sleeper |
FAQs about the train journey from Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf
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ÖBB trains from Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf
ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
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Cheap train tickets from Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Innsbruck Hbf to Köln Hbf by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.