How much does a train ticket from Cologne to Salzburg cost?

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Salzburg is $59. The best way to find train tickets from Cologne to Salzburg is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Cologne to Salzburg?

A train trip between Cologne and Salzburg is around 8h 16m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 28m. This is the time it takes to travel the 349 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Salzburg?

The number of trains from Cologne to Salzburg can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Salzburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Cologne to Salzburg?

Trains traveling between Cologne and Salzburg leave from Hbf or Cologne/Bonn Airport and arrive at P+R Süd, Hbf, Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt.

What are the best sights and things to do in Salzburg?

Once in Salzburg, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Mozarts Geburtshaus, Salzburg Card, Salzburg Cathedral, Festung Hohensalzburg, Salzburg Festival.

Trains from Cologne to Salzburg | Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain

Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Salzburg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$40 - $239	Average Duration14h	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$42 - $271	Average Duration8h 16m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Carpool	Average Price$55 - $55	Average Duration7h 10m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling 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 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 10mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest ticket

24kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Salzburg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$59

Average train trip duration8h 16m

Number of daily trains2

Earliest train departure5:52am

Distance351 miles (566 km)

Latest train departure7:55pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4.5/57 reviews

Deutsche Bahn

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixTrain

FlixBus

3.5/58,702 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Train and bus companies in AT:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, Slovak Rail, TGV inOui, Eurostar

Cologne to Salzburg Train

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Where are the popular train stations and stops in Cologne and Salzburg?

Stops in Cologne

A - Hbf

B - Cologne/Bonn Airport

C - Köln-Blumenberg

D - Köln-Dellbrück

E - Köln-Holweide

F - Köln Volkhovener Weg

Stops in Salzburg

A - P+R Süd

B - Hbf

C - Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt

D - Salzburg Gnigl

E - Salzburg Aiglhof

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Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Salzburg you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Cologne and Salzburg, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

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Did you know?

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while traveling more than 17,000 km.

Japanese trains are always on time, it is extremely infrequent to see breakdowns during peak periods. In the event of a delay of more than 5 minutes, the crew will personally apologize to each passenger.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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