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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Salzburg
    Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne Messe/Deutz
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Salzburg
    Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Salzburg
    Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + EuroCity Train
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne Messe/Deutz
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Salzburg
    Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
    Operated by: S-Bahn + InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    S-Bahn + InterCity + Deutsche Bahn ICE
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:
  • Departure time: June 13 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Cologne Messe/Deutz
    Arrival time: June 13 at
    Destination city: Salzburg
    Destination location: Salzburg Train Station
    Operated by: Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Deutsche Bahn ICE + InterCity
    Vehicle: TrainDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Salzburg

Bus
Average PriceUS$43 - US$289Average Duration14h 25m
14kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Train
Average PriceUS$47 - US$272Average Duration7h 23m
13kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$56 - US$56Average Duration7h 30m
24kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Salzburg

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Salzburg. The journey takes about 7 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$56, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1carpool per day
7h 30mAverage Duration
US$56Cheapest ticket
24kgCO₂ emissions

Train Cologne to Salzburg: Trip Overview

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Average Ticket PriceUS$85
Average train trip duration7h 23m
Number of daily trains2
Earliest train departure6:00am
Distance561 km
Latest train departure7:55pm

Cologne to Salzburg Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Salzburg

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

    The average train ticket price from Cologne to Salzburg is US$85. The best way to find cheap 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!

  2. How long is the trip from Cologne to Salzburg?

    A train trip between Cologne and Salzburg is around 7h 23m, although the fastest train will take about 6h 31m. This is the time it takes to travel the 563 km that separates the two cities.

  3. 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 include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Cologne to Salzburg by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

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

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Salzburg was searched and found on Jun 13, 2025 with a price of US$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 US$78 to US$245 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 US$78 which is on 2025-06-13.

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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 travelling 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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