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

The average train ticket price from Cologne to Salzburg is $83. 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 7h 33m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 31m. 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 5.029411764705882. 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.

Which train companies travel from Cologne to Salzburg?

When taking the train from Cologne to Salzburg, you can travel comfortably and safely with Deutsche Bahn ICE, Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain.

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 Hbf, P+R Süd, 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.

Train Cologne to Salzburg from $56 | Refundable Tickets

TodayJun 24

from $49

TomorrowJun 25

from $150

ThuJun 26

from $83

FriJun 27

from $83

SatJun 28

SunJun 29

MonJun 30

TueJul 1

Trains leaving tomorrow

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 25 at 6:00am
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Hbf
Arrival time: June 25 at 1:59pm
Destination city: Salzburg
Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 7h 59m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 25 at 1:55pm
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Hbf
Arrival time: June 25 at 8:26pm
Destination city: Salzburg
Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 6h 31m
Departure time: June 25 at 6:00am
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Hbf
Arrival time: June 25 at 1:59pm
Destination city: Salzburg
Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 7h 59m
Departure time: June 25 at 12:41pm
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Cologne Messe/Deutz
Arrival time: June 25 at 8:26pm
Destination city: Salzburg
Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
Operated by: S-Bahn + InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
S-Bahn + InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 7h 45m
Departure time: June 25 at 1:44pm
Departure city: Cologne
Departure location: Cologne Messe/Deutz
Arrival time: June 25 at 8:26pm
Destination city: Salzburg
Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
Vehicle: TrainDuration: 6h 42m

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Salzburg.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$46 - $289	Average Duration23h 30m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train	Average Price$35 - $291	Average Duration7h 33m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestMost eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$56 - $56	Average Duration7h 30m	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 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day

7h 30mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest ticket

24kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Salzburg: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$83

Average train trip duration7h 33m

Number of daily trains5.029411764705882

Earliest train departure6:00am

Distance348 miles (560 km)

Latest train departure11:33pm

Train Companies

Deutsche Bahn ICE

4.5/57 reviews

Deutsche Bahn

5/51 reviews

Staff5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

FlixTrain

2.5/55 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0

FlixBus

3.5/59,199 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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 - Hbf

B - P+R Süd

C - Salzburg Mülln-Altstadt

D - Salzburg Gnigl

E - Salzburg Aiglhof

Frequently asked questions for your trip Cologne - Salzburg

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

06/22

$166

06/23

$142

Today

$118

06/25

$142

06/26

$78

06/27

$142

06/28

$78

06/29

$78

The cheapest trip from Cologne to Salzburg was searched and found on Jun 28, 2025 with a price of $78

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

You can expect to pay from $78 to $283 for a train ticket from Cologne to Salzburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $78 which is on 2025-06-28.

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

How long is the train trip from Cologne to Salzburg?

How many daily trains are there between Cologne and Salzburg?

Which train companies travel from Cologne to Salzburg?

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

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

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