Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | P+R Süd | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | P+R Süd | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | P+R Süd | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | P+R Süd | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | P+R Süd | No tags |
Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Salzburg
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $45, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Salzburg?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
Stops in Salzburg
- AHellbrunner Straße, 5020 Kleingmain, Austria
- B
Hbf
Lastenstraße 12, 5020 Salzburg, Austria - D
Süd - Alpenstraße
Alpenstraße, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Salzburg by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Salzburg?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Salzburg start from $41. The average price for this route is around $61. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Salzburg?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Salzburg is 13h 15m, covering a distance of 343 miles (553 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Salzburg route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Salzburg?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Salzburg at 2:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Salzburg?
A bus trip from Cologne to Salzburg generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Cologne to Salzburg?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11143 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Cologne to Salzburg?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Cologne to Salzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Cologne to Salzburg?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Salzburg was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $40To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Salzburg, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $40 to $92 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Salzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $40 which is on 2025-12-03.
