Bus from Salzburg to Cologne: Tickets & Schedules

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Next departures for Salzburg to Cologne on December 21
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBusBus
P+R Süd
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
P+R Süd
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
P+R Süd
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags
FlixBusBus
P+R Süd
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße No tags
FlixBusBus
P+R Süd
Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Salzburg to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 7 hours and with fares starting at just $60, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day
7hAverage Duration
349 milesDistance
24kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$43 - $108Average Duration12h 25m
14kg CO₂e
Average Price$36 - $244Average Duration6h 54m
13kg CO₂e
Carpool
Average Price$60 - $64Average Duration7h
24kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Salzburg to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Salzburg to Cologne?

    The cheapest bus tickets from Salzburg to Cologne start from $43. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus ride from Salzburg to Cologne?

    The average bus trip duration from Salzburg to Cologne is 12h 25m, covering a distance of 343 miles (553 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 10h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

  3. Which bus companies service the Salzburg to Cologne route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Salzburg to Cologne?

    The earliest bus departs from Salzburg to Cologne at 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:20pm.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Salzburg to Cologne?

    A bus trip from Salzburg to Cologne generates an estimated 14 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

  6. What is the best bus company from Salzburg to Cologne?

    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 11230 reviews.

  7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Salzburg to Cologne?

    Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Salzburg to Cologne?

    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.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Salzburg to Cologne?

    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.

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$67
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$67
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$61
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Salzburg to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 25, 2025 with a price of $61

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Salzburg to Cologne, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $61 to $104 for a bus ticket from Salzburg to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-25.

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