Question 1

Is cross-border travel by bus between Cologne, Germany and Salzburg, Austria allowed?

Accepted Answer

Travel between Cologne, Germany and Salzburg, Austria by bus is: Unrestricted.

What is the status of international entry into Austria from Germany?

International entry status: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Germany

Do I need to self-quarantine on arrival in Austria from Cologne?

Conditions of entry:

There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Salzburg, Austria?

When traveling in Austria, you must follow these COVID-19 safety rules:

Physical distance requirement: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
Face mask requirement: Recommended

The information above was last checked on 3/8/23. This can change before your date of travel so please review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your bus between Cologne and Salzburg before traveling.

Question 2

Are there travel restrictions, such as quarantine measures, in place when returning to Cologne, Germany from Salzburg, Austria?

Accepted Answer

The restriction level for your return bus to Cologne, Germany from Salzburg is: Unrestricted.

Is my return bus into Cologne from Salzburg restricted?

International entry is allowed for: Entry is unrestricted for citizens and permanent residents of Austria

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Germany from Salzburg?

Conditions of reentry:

There are no current restrictions

What are the safety rules to follow in Cologne, Germany?

The government of Germany has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

Social distancing required: metre (s) ( feet)
Face mask required: Mandatory

Last checked on 3/22/23. Remember to check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations for your bus to Cologne from Salzburg closer to your date of departure here here.

Question 3

How can I book a cheap ticket from Cologne to Salzburg by bus?

Accepted Answer

Looking to save money on your route? Omio customers have found the cheapest bus between Cologne and Salzburg for the next 7 days starting from $32 (€28) one way.

Question 4

How much is a bus ticket between Cologne and Salzburg?

Accepted Answer

In the next 7 days you can expect to pay on average $41 (€36) for a bus ticket to Salzburg from Cologne.

Question 5

What is the distance between Cologne and Salzburg by bus?

Accepted Answer

When traveling this route you should expect the distance from Cologne to Salzburg by bus to be approximately 348 miles (561 km).

Question 6

How long is a bus from Cologne to Salzburg on average?

Accepted Answer

On average the Cologne to Salzburg bus time is 10 h 50 min covering the 348 mile (561 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or traveling on weekends and holidays.

Question 7

When traveling by bus from Cologne to Salzburg, which bus station in Cologne do I depart from and which bus station in Salzburg do I arrive in?

Accepted Answer

When taking a bus from Cologne, you have a couple of bus stations you can depart from including Köln, Köln Bonn Airport (Fernbusbahnhof) and Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle). When you arrive in Salzburg, your bus can arrive in bus stations including Salzburg, Hbf Bahnsteig, Salzburg, Alpensiedlung P+R and Salzburg, P+R Süd.

Omio customers traveling this route book their buses from Köln, Köln Bonn Airport (Fernbusbahnhof) to Salzburg, Hbf Bahnsteig.

Question 8

Where do I find the Cologne bus station to Salzburg? Where is the Salzburg bus station?

Accepted Answer

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Köln, Köln Bonn Airport (Fernbusbahnhof), which is located around 8.1 miles (13.1 km) away from the city center, and they get off the bus at Salzburg, Hbf Bahnsteig, located 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city center.

Question 9

Which bus providers go from Cologne to Salzburg?

Accepted Answer

Take the Cologne to Salzburg bus with Union Ivkoni International, BlaBlaCar or Flixbus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the route between Cologne and Salzburg as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

Question 10

Is there a direct bus from Cologne to Salzburg?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is 1 direct bus a day from Cologne to Salzburg. If you’re looking for a direct bus, consider traveling with Flixbus, BlaBlaCar or Union Ivkoni International. Nonstop bus services tend to offer more convenience and save you time getting you to your destination, so it's worth paying attention to this when booking your bus tickets.

Question 11

How many bus services are there from Cologne to Salzburg a day?

Accepted Answer

The average number of buses departing Cologne for Salzburg is 3 a day. The bus schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.

Question 12

When does the first bus depart from Cologne to Salzburg? When does the last bus depart from Cologne to Salzburg?

Accepted Answer

The earliest bus for this journey departs from Cologne at 5: 55 PM. The last bus leaves from Cologne at 5: 55 PM. Check Omio for the latest bus schedule from Cologne to Salzburg and book the best time to depart on your chosen travel date.

Question 13

How far in advance should I buy bus tickets from Cologne to Salzburg for the best deals?

Accepted Answer

If you buy the Cologne to Salzburg bus within the next 7 days, you can find one way tickets to cost on average $41 (€36). However, booking your bus ticket in advance gives you access to the best prices for buses between Cologne and Salzburg. Look out for bus tickets for this trip to go on sale a few months before your planned departure date to find the best deals.

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