What is the cheapest way to get from Salzburg to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Salzburg to Cologne is to night train which costs €40 - €120 and takes 9h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salzburg to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Salzburg to Cologne is to fly and train which takes 4h 23m and costs €80 - €240.

Is there a direct bus between Salzburg and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Salzburg Hbf and arriving at Köln Hbf. Services depart twice a week, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Salzburg and Cologne?

Yes, there is an overnight train departing from Salzburg Hbf and arriving at Koeln Hbf. This train operates Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Salzburg to Cologne?

The distance between Salzburg and Cologne is 722 km. The road distance is 681.2 km.

How do I travel from Salzburg to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Salzburg to Cologne without a car is to train via Munich which takes 6h 16m and costs €110 - €270.

How long does it take to get from Salzburg to Cologne?

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Salzburg to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salzburg to Cologne bus from?

Salzburg to Cologne bus services, operated by Garo Reisen, depart from Salzburg Hbf station.

Where do I catch the Salzburg to Cologne train from?

Salzburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Salzburg to Cologne?

The best way to get from Salzburg to Cologne is to train via Munich which takes 6h 16m and costs €110 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the Salzburg to Cologne bus arrive?

Salzburg to Cologne bus services, operated by Garo Reisen, arrive at Köln Hbf station.

Where does the Salzburg to Cologne train arrive?

Salzburg to Cologne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at München Hbf station.

Can I drive from Salzburg to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Salzburg to Cologne is 681 km. It takes approximately 6h 21m to drive from Salzburg to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Salzburg to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

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Salzburg to Cologne - 13 ways to travel via train, bus, night train, and car

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There are 13 ways to get from Salzburg to Cologne by train, bus, night train, car, car train, or plane

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Train via Munich
best
1. Take the train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to München Hbftrain 90 / ...
2. Take the train from München Hbf to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
6h 16m
€116–263
Night train
cheapest
1. Take the nighttrain from Salzburg Hbf to Koeln Hbfnighttrain Nj
9h 55m
€40–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Salzburg Hbf to Köln Hbfbus
11h 7m
Drive 681.2 km
1. Drive from Salzburg to Colognecar 681.2 km
6h 21m
€114–165
Train
1. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutz Gl.11-12train Ice / ...
6h 52m
€40–270
Car train, drive
1. Take the cartrain from Salzburg Hbf to Fuldacartrain
2. Drive from Fulda to Colognecar
8h 42m
€132–167
Train #2
1. Take the train from Freilassing to Köln Hbftrain 90N
10h 57m
€140–210
Fly Salzburg Airport to Düsseldorf International Airport, train
1. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane SZG - DUS
2. Take the train from Düsseldorf Hbf to Köln Hbftrain
4h 23m
€83–235
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Cologne Bonn Airport
1. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)plane MUC - CGN
5h 11m
€99–312
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Düsseldorf International Airport
1. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS)plane MUC - DUS
5h 40m
€107–329
Fly Salzburg Airport to Frankfurt, train
1. Fly from Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane SZG - FRA
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
4h 26m
€163–363
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Frankfurt, train
1. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane MUC - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain
5h 37m
€122–367
Train to Munich International Airport, fly to Münster Osnabrück International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Salzburg Hbf to Muenchen Osttrain
2. Fly from Munich International Airport (MUC) to Münster Osnabrück International Airport (FMO)plane MUC - FMO
3. Take the train from Münster Hauptbahnhof to Köln Hbftrain
7h 43m
€162–431

Salzburg to Cologne by train

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Distance: 722 km
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Salzburg, Austria and Cologne, Germany?

You can take a train from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via München Hbf in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, Garo Reisen operates a bus from Salzburg Hbf to Köln Hbf twice a week, and the journey takes 11h 7m.

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