The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Bischofshofen
Cheapest price
$154
Average price
$199
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 1 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
600 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Bischofshofen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Bischofshofen will cost around $199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $154.
It's difficult to get from Cologne to Bischofshofen without transferring at least 2 times.
11:45 AM8h01Cologne7:46 PMBischofshofen$1541One-way2 transfers
4:45 PM8h38Cologne1:23 AMBischofshofen$1551One-way2 transfers
7:30 PM9h34Cologne5:04 AMBischofshofen$1551One-way2 transfers
7:45 PM11h45Cologne7:30 AMBischofshofen$1551One-way3 transfers
7:45 AM7h02Cologne2:47 PMBischofshofen$1561One-way2 transfers
1:30 PM7h00Cologne8:30 PMBischofshofen$1751One-way2 transfers
6:45 AM7h01Cologne1:46 PMBischofshofen$1601One-way2 transfers
8:45 AM7h01Cologne3:46 PMBischofshofen$1601One-way2 transfers
10:45 AM7h01Cologne5:46 PMBischofshofen$1601One-way2 transfers
2:45 PM7h01Cologne9:46 PMBischofshofen$1561One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Bischofshofen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Bischofshofen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $69, and a flight costs an average of $199.
Distance: 372 miles (600 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$70 Average price Cheapest | $430 Average price | $82 Average price | $153 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 31m Average total duration 7h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 22h 34m Average total duration 22h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Bischofshofen:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cologne to Bischofshofen costing on average $82 (€67).
A train is $360 (€295) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Bischofshofen costing on average $430 (€352).
Other travel options to Bischofshofen take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 1m.
Bus takes on average 22h 4m.
The journey is about 43m faster (7h 1m by train vs 7h 44m by car) and roughly $83 (€68) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($70 (€57) vs $153 (€125)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with ÖBB | ICE.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cologne to Bischofshofen train times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Bischofshofen trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:20 AM Cologne | 7h27 | 12:47 PM Bischofshofen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 6:45 AM Cologne | 7h01 | 1:46 PM Bischofshofen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:45 AM Cologne | 7h02 | 2:47 PM Bischofshofen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:45 AM Cologne | 7h01 | 3:46 PM Bischofshofen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:45 AM Cologne | 7h02 | 4:47 PM Bischofshofen | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:45 AM Cologne | 7h01 | 5:46 PM Bischofshofen | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cologne to Bischofshofen
Trains from Cologne to Bischofshofen run on average 22 times per day, taking around 7h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 (€57) but you can travel from only $64 (€52) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 372 miles (600 km) distance in 6h 52m.
Distance 372 miles (600 km) |
Average train duration 7h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 (€57) |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 6h 52m |
First train 12:42 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Cologne to Bischofshofen trainsÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Cologne and Bischofshofen from $64 (€52). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
ÖBB | ICE
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Bischofshofen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Bischofshofen 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 Bischofshofen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Cologne to Bischofshofen
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 21:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 21:00
- Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only
- There are luggage lockers in the station
- asiagourmet
- Coffee Fellows
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- KFC
- McDonald's
- Pizza Hut
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Schweinske
- & more
- Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected]
- Wyndham Koeln
- Hilton Cologne
- Excelsior Hotel Ernst
- One near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5
- Monday: 06:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 17:00
- Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
- Imbiss Athena
- Arena Grill
- Cafe Especial
- Joe Champs
- Pension Helenenwall
- Zur guten Quelle
- Zum Goldenen Hut
- Merlin
- I Siciliani-Dolce&Salato
- Burger King
- Café Franck
- Eichendorf
- Kölnotel
- Black Hotels
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available 24/7 with access from Bahnhofstraße
- Restaurant Gasthof Alte Post
- Restaurant Pizzeria Venediger
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps
- €1
- harry's home Bischofshofen
- Hotel und Alpen Apartments mit Sauna - Bürglhöh
- Hotel Gasthof Tirolerwirt
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and platforms
- Hall 2: waiting area and shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Salzburg-Tyrol Railway line
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