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Compare train for Cologne to Bad Gastein
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bad Gastein among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $135. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $135, and a train costs an average of $135.
Distance: 384 miles (619 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$138 Average price Cheapest | $44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 58m Average total duration Fastest 7h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 49m sooner (7h 28m by train vs 8h 17m by car). Tickets start at around $138 (€113) compared to roughly $44 (€36) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with ÖBB | ICE.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Bad Gastein
Germany
Austria
Trains from Cologne to Bad Gastein run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $135 (€111) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:46, the last at 19:30. The fastest train covers the 384 miles (619 km) distance in 9h 36m.
Distance 384 miles (619 km) |
Average train duration 7h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $135 (€111) |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 9h 36m |
First train 4:46 AM |
Last train 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn from Cologne to Bad Gastein trainsÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Cologne and Bad Gastein from $135 (€111). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | ICE
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Bad Gastein
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Bad Gastein by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bad Gastein, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Bad Gastein
Most Cologne to Bad Gastein trains use the Köln Hbf to Bad Gastein station pair, with some services arriving at Böckstein. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Bad Gastein train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Cologne station do trains to Bad Gastein leave from?
Getting to Köln Hbf from Cologne city centre
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf train station facilities and services
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Getting to Köln Messe/Deutz from Cologne city centre
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz train station facilities and services
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Getting to Köln/Bonn Flughafen from Cologne city centre
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen train station facilities and services
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Which Bad Gastein station do trains from Cologne arrive at?
Getting to Bad Gastein from Bad Gastein city centre
Bad Gastein train station facilities and services
Bad Gastein has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Hexenhäusl, Restaurant Lutter & Wegner
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bad Gastein. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Bad Gastein. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bad Gastein: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bad Gastein: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bad Gastein: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Salzburger Hof, Hotel Elisabethpark, Hotel Miramonte.
Getting to Böckstein from Bad Gastein city centre
Böckstein is 3 km from Bad Gastein city centre. Public transport options include:
Böckstein train station facilities and services
Böckstein has practical services for this route, including Accessibility and Hotel.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Böckstein.
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