The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Salzburg Hbf to Cologne HbfShowing times and prices for Jul 15
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$150
Fastest journey
6h 30m
Average duration
8h 19m
Trains per day
20
Distance
402 km
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Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,EC,IC)
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 5h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $34, and a flight costs an average of $153.
Distance: 348 miles (561 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$147 Average price | $52 Average price Cheapest | $487 Average price | $50 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 16m Average total duration 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 45m Average total duration 10h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 34m Average total duration Fastest 5h 34m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf:
A bus is $94 (€78) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf costing on average $147 (€120).
A bus is $434 (€356) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf costing on average $487 (€399).
Other travel options to Cologne Hbf take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 46m.
Bus takes on average 10h 15m.
Tickets start at around $147 (€120) compared to roughly $50 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-97.16 (€-79.76). The journey takes 7h 46m versus 6h 53m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf train times
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 ICE 118 · ICE 224 | Delayed 10:11 AM 12:00 PMSalzburg Hbf | 6h43 | 6:43 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 118 · ICE 26 | Delayed 10:11 AM 12:00 PMSalzburg Hbf | 8h06 | 8:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 60 · ICE 514 · IC 2349 | On time 1:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 8h06 | 9:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJX 60 · ICE 514 | On time 1:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h05 | 8:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 116 · ICE 102 | On time 2:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h05 | 9:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 1214 · ICE 784 · ICE 24 | On time 2:04 PM Salzburg Hbf | 8h02 | 10:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 1214 · ICE 912 · S19 | On time 2:04 PM Salzburg Hbf | 6h35 | 8:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJX 62 · ICE 512 · IC 2347 | On time 3:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 8h06 | 11:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJX 62 · ICE 512 | On time 3:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h05 | 10:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EC 114 · ICE 910 | On time 4:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 6h30 | 10:30 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EC 114 · ICE 782 · ICE 22 | 4:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 8h06 | 12:06 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJX 64 · ICE 522 · ICE 920 | On time 5:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h05 | 2:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJX 64 · ICE 510 | On time 5:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 7h10 | 12:10 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 68 · ICE 618 | On time 9:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h04 | 6:04 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 68 · ICE 618 · S6 | On time 9:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h19 | 6:19 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
| RJX 68 · ICE 2518 · S6 | On time 9:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h19 | 6:19 AM Cologne Messe/Deutz | 2 transfers | |
ICE 618+ 79046 | 9:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 8h57 | 6:04 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 614+79048 | 10:55 PM Salzburg Hbf | 11h10 | 10:05 AM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
| 79004+ICE 612 · IC 2047 | On time 5:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h01 | 1:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 79004+ICE 612 | On time 5:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h00 | 12:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJ 1296 · ICE 726 · S6 | On time 5:39 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h44 | 12:23 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| S 2 · 27086 · 27004 · ICE 690 | On time 6:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h57 | 1:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 4 transfers | |
| RJ 1292 · ICE 610 · IC 2045 | On time 6:31 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h35 | 3:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJ 1292 · ICE 610 | On time 6:31 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h34 | 2:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| EC 212 · ICE 918 · S19 | On time 8:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h39 | 2:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| EC 212 · ICE 880 · ICE 228 | On time 8:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h06 | 4:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| RJX 260 · ICE 518 | On time 9:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h05 | 4:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| RJX 260 · ICE 518 · ICE 2012 | On time 9:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h06 | 5:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 210 · ICE 916 · S19 | On time 10:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 6h39 | 4:39 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 210 · ICE 106 | On time 10:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h05 | 5:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
| 79024+ICE 516 · IC 2041 | On time 11:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 8h01 | 7:06 PM Cologne Hbf | 2 transfers | |
| 79024+ICE 516 | On time 11:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 7h00 | 6:05 PM Cologne Hbf | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf
Austria
Germany
Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf run on average 6 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $46 (€38) but you can travel from only $34 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 01:55, the last at 19:18. The fastest train covers the 348 miles (561 km) distance in 6h 5m.
Distance 348 miles (561 km) |
Average train duration 7h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $46 (€38) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 6h 5m |
First train 1:55 AM |
Last train 7:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf trainsDeutsche Bahn, ÖBB | Nightjet, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Salzburg Hbf and Cologne Hbf from $34 (€28). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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.
ÖBB | Nightjet
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Trains from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf 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 Cologne Hbf, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf
Most Salzburg Hbf to Cologne Hbf trains use the Salzburg Hbf to Köln Hbf station pair. Use this guide to compare Salzburg Hbf and Cologne Hbf train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Salzburg Hbf from Salzburg city centre
Salzburg Hbf is 1 km from Salzburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Salzburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Salzburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Imlauer, Stieglitz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Salzburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Salzburg Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salzburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salzburg Hbf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Europa Salzburg, Wyndham Grand Salzburg Conference Centre, H+ Hotel Salzburg.
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.
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