The average train between Cologne and Bad Gastein takes 9h 27m and the fastest train takes 7h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Cologne to Bad Gastein. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Cologne and Bad Gastein. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cologne is at 7:30 PM which arrives into Bad Gastein at 9:28 AM. All services require a transfer at München Hbf and take an average of 9h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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8h 3m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Cologne to Bad Gastein? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Bad Gastein. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station and arriving at Bad Gastein station via München Hbf station and Salzburg Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 27m.
Cologne to Bad Gastein train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.
Cologne to Bad Gastein train services, operated by ÖBB Intercity, arrive at Bad Gastein station.
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The distance between Cologne and Bad Gastein is 619.1 km. The road distance is 787 km.
You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Bad Gastein via München Hbf, Muenchen Hbf Gl.5-10, and Salzburg Hbf in around 8h 16m.